Gumthala Garhu - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Gumthala Garhu is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Gumthala Garhu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumthala Garhu is 058455. The village covers a total geographical area of 2458 hectares and falls under the 136030 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Gumthala Garhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumthala Garhu
As per Census 2011, Gumthala Garhu village has a total population of 8,237 people, consisting of 4,353 males and 3,884 females. The village has 1,684 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,847 literate and 3,390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gumthala Garhu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,237 | 4,353 | 3,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,126 | 613 | 513 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,452 | 1,822 | 1,630 |
| Literate Population | 4,847 | 2,693 | 2,154 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,390 | 1,660 | 1,730 |
Nearby Villages of Gumthala Garhu
Gumthala Garhu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bherian | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Kheri Shishegran | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Theh Malbora | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Begpur | South | 3.96 km |
| Satora | North | 4.47 km |
| Asmanpur | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Batheri | East | 4.80 km |
| Thana | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Dhulgarh | West | 5.38 km |
| Jhinwarheri | North | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gumthala Garhu
Gumthala Garhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pehowa Road, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Gumthala Garhu 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 Gumthala Garhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumthala Garhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gumthala Garhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumthala Garhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gumthala Garhu
Where is Gumthala Garhu located?
Gumthala Garhu village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumthala Garhu?
Gumthala Garhu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gumthala Garhu?
The pincode of Gumthala Garhu is 136030.
What is the population of Gumthala Garhu?
Gumthala Garhu has a total population of 8,237, including 4,353 males and 3,884 females.
How many households are there in Gumthala Garhu?
There are 1,684 households in Gumthala Garhu.
What is the literacy rate in Gumthala Garhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumthala Garhu is 58.84%. Male literacy is 61.87% and female literacy is 55.46%.