Gholia Kalan
Gholia Kalan is a village located in Bagha Purana tehsil of Moga district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bagha Purana (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Moga. As per 2009 stats, Kothe Thana Singh Wala is the gram panchayat of Gholia Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gholia Kalan unique in its vibrant Bagha Purana-Moga region. You’ll see Gholia Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gholia Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gholia Kalan is 033937. The village spans a total geographical area of 2058 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142038. Bagha Purana is nearest town to Gholia Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gholia Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhagha Purana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gholia Kalan
Population of Gholia Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gholia Kalan has a total population of about 7,140, with approximately 3,821 males and 3,319 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 734 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,067 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.29%, with male literacy at about 63.78% and female literacy near 56.28%. There are around 1,436 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gholia Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,140 | 3,821 | 3,319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 734 | 402 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,067 | 1,664 | 1,403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,305 | 2,437 | 1,868 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,835 | 1,384 | 1,451 |
Connectivity of Gholia Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gholia Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gholia Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gholia Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gholia Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gholia Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gholia Kalan
- Where is Gholia Kalan located?
- Gholia Kalan village is situated in Bagha Purana Tehsil, within the Moga district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gholia Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gholia Kalan is Kothe Thana Singh Wala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gholia Kalan?
- The pincode of Gholia Kalan is 142038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gholia Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gholia Kalan is 7,140, with 3,821 males and 3,319 females.
- How many households are there in Gholia Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gholia Kalan village has a total of 1,436 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gholia Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gholia Kalan is 60.29%. The male literacy rate is 63.78%, while the female literacy rate is 56.28%.