Ghunewal - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Ghunewal is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Akuwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghunewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghunewal is 033847. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 142033 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Ghunewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghunewal
According to the 2011 Census, Ghunewal village had a total population of 457 people, including 231 males and 226 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 80.48% and female literacy at 55.67%.
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 | 457 | 231 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 169 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 62 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Ghunewal
Ghunewal 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 Ghunewal
Ghunewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Ghunewal is about 26 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 Ghunewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghunewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghunewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghunewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghunewal
Where is Ghunewal located?
Ghunewal village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghunewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghunewal is Akuwal.
What is the pincode of Ghunewal?
The pincode of Ghunewal is 142033.
What is the population of Ghunewal?
Ghunewal had a total population of 457, including 231 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Ghunewal?
Ghunewal had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghunewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghunewal was 68.28%. Male literacy was 80.48% and female literacy was 55.67%.