Ghurkal
About Ghurkal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghurkal village is 010504. Ghurkal village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Ghurkal village. As per 2009 stats, Ghurkal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 96.26 hectares. Ghurkal has a total population of 774 peoples, out of which male population is 361 while female population is 413. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1144 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghurkal village is 78.68% out of which 80.61% males and 77.00% females are literate. There are about 163 houses in ghurkal village. Pincode of ghurkal village locality is 176036.
When it comes to administration, Ghurkal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Ghurkal village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nadaun is nearest town to ghurkal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghurkal
The population details of Ghurkal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 774 | 361 | 413 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 609 | 291 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 70 | 95 |
Connectivity of Ghurkal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghurkal
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurkal
Where is Ghurkal located?
Ghurkal village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurkal?
Ghurkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Ghurkal?
The pincode of Ghurkal is 176036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghurkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurkal is 774, with 361 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Ghurkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghurkal village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurkal is 78.68%. The male literacy rate is 80.61%, while the female literacy rate is 77.00%.