Ghallowal - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Ghallowal is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ghuluwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghallowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghallowal is 031194. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 144202 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Ghallowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghallowal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghallowal village had a total population of 443 people, including 210 males and 233 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,110 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.96%, with male literacy at 87.15% and female literacy at 75.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 210 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 156 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 54 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Ghallowal
Ghallowal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghallowal
Ghallowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ghallowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Ghallowal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghallowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghallowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghallowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghallowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghallowal
Where is Ghallowal located?
Ghallowal village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghallowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghallowal is Ghuluwal.
What is the pincode of Ghallowal?
The pincode of Ghallowal is 144202.
What is the population of Ghallowal?
Ghallowal had a total population of 443, including 210 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Ghallowal?
Ghallowal had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghallowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghallowal was 80.96%. Male literacy was 87.15% and female literacy was 75.81%.