Gadaipur - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Gadaipur is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Miani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadaipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadaipur is 029705. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.34 hectares and falls under the 144624 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Gadaipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadaipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gadaipur village had a total population of 102 people, including 54 males and 48 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.15%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 75.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Gadaipur
Gadaipur 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 Gadaipur
Gadaipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Gadaipur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadaipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadaipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadaipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadaipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadaipur
Where is Gadaipur located?
Gadaipur village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadaipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadaipur is Miani.
What is the pincode of Gadaipur?
The pincode of Gadaipur is 144624.
What is the population of Gadaipur?
Gadaipur had a total population of 102, including 54 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Gadaipur?
Gadaipur had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadaipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadaipur was 83.15%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 75.56%.