Gill - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Gill is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Gill village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gill is 029512. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.61 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Gill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gill
According to the 2011 Census, Gill village had a total population of 495 people, including 244 males and 251 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.52%, with male literacy at 80.73% and female literacy at 72.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 495 | 244 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 176 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 68 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Gill
Gill 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 Gill
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gill. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gill.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Gill is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gill 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 Gill
Where is Gill located?
Gill village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gill?
Gill is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gill?
The pincode of Gill is 144626.
What is the population of Gill?
Gill had a total population of 495, including 244 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Gill?
Gill had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gill was 76.52%. Male literacy was 80.73% and female literacy was 72.44%.