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
According to the 2011 Census, Gosal village had a total population of 1,807 people, including 921 males and 886 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.47%, with male literacy at 75.74% and female literacy at 69.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469.
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 | 1,807 | 921 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 220 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,807, including 921 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Gosal?
Gosal had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosal was 72.47%. Male literacy was 75.74% and female literacy was 69.01%.