Gahlewal - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Gahlewal is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Gehlewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahlewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahlewal is 033384. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 141007 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Gahlewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gahlewal
According to the 2011 Census, Gahlewal village had a total population of 418 people, including 213 males and 205 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.95%, with male literacy at 73.94% and female literacy at 64.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 348.
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 | 418 | 213 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 139 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 74 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Gahlewal
Gahlewal 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 Gahlewal
Gahlewal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ludhiana to Gahlewal is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahlewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahlewal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gahlewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahlewal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gahlewal
Where is Gahlewal located?
Gahlewal village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gahlewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahlewal is Gehlewal.
What is the pincode of Gahlewal?
The pincode of Gahlewal is 141007.
What is the population of Gahlewal?
Gahlewal had a total population of 418, including 213 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Gahlewal?
Gahlewal had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahlewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahlewal was 68.95%. Male literacy was 73.94% and female literacy was 64.06%.