Ghawadi - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Ghawadi is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Ghawaddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghawadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghawadi is 033517. The village covers a total geographical area of 585 hectares and falls under the 141206 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Ghawadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghawadi
As per Census 2011, Ghawadi village has a total population of 3,359 people, consisting of 1,777 males and 1,582 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,512 literate and 847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,034 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghawadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,359 | 1,777 | 1,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 197 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,034 | 541 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 2,512 | 1,379 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 398 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Ghawadi
Ghawadi 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 Ghawadi
Ghawadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghawadi is about 12 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 Ghawadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghawadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghawadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghawadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghawadi
Where is Ghawadi located?
Ghawadi village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghawadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghawadi is Ghawaddi.
What is the pincode of Ghawadi?
The pincode of Ghawadi is 141206.
What is the population of Ghawadi?
Ghawadi has a total population of 3,359, including 1,777 males and 1,582 females.
How many households are there in Ghawadi?
There are 622 households in Ghawadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ghawadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghawadi is 74.78%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 71.62%.