Gosal - Payal, Ludhiana
Gosal is a village situated in the Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Payal and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Gossal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gosal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosal is 033307. The village covers a total geographical area of 388 hectares and falls under the 141117 pincode. Maloud is the nearest town.
Gosal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gosal
As per Census 2011, Gosal village has a total population of 1,807 people, consisting of 921 males and 886 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,187 literate and 620 illiterate residents. Additionally, 469 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gosal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,807 | 921 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 220 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 637 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 620 | 284 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Gosal
Gosal 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 Gosal
Gosal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gosal is about 37 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 Gosal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gosal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gosal
Where is Gosal located?
Gosal village is located in Payal Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gosal is Gossal.
What is the pincode of Gosal?
The pincode of Gosal is 141117.
What is the population of Gosal?
Gosal has a total population of 1,807, including 921 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Gosal?
There are 330 households in Gosal.
What is the literacy rate in Gosal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosal is 65.69%. Male literacy is 69.16% and female literacy is 62.08%.