Gobindgarh - Raikot, Ludhiana
Gobindgarh is a village situated in the Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikot and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Gobindgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindgarh is 033734. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 141109 pincode. Raikot is the nearest town.
Gobindgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raikot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindgarh
As per Census 2011, Gobindgarh village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 703 males and 617 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobindgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 703 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 418 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 532 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 171 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindgarh
Gobindgarh 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 Gobindgarh
Gobindgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Gobindgarh is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gobindgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gobindgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindgarh
Where is Gobindgarh located?
Gobindgarh village is located in Raikot Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gobindgarh?
Gobindgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gobindgarh?
The pincode of Gobindgarh is 141109.
What is the population of Gobindgarh?
Gobindgarh has a total population of 1,320, including 703 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Gobindgarh?
There are 266 households in Gobindgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindgarh is 70.00%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 63.53%.