Gulgarh
Gulgarh is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Gulgarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gulgarh unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Gulgarh’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 Gulgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gulgarh is 037152. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143118. Ajnala is nearest town to Gulgarh village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gulgarh 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 Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gulgarh
Population of Gulgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Gulgarh has a total population of about 278, with approximately 135 males and 143 females. The sex ratio is around 1059 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 51 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 124 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 39.21%, with male literacy at about 46.67% and female literacy near 32.17%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gulgarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 278 | 135 | 143 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 109 | 63 | 46 |
Illiterate Population | 169 | 72 | 97 |
Connectivity of Gulgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gulgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Gulgarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gulgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Gulgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gulgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gulgarh
- Where is Gulgarh located?
- Gulgarh village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gulgarh?
- Gulgarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gulgarh?
- The pincode of Gulgarh is 143118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gulgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gulgarh is 278, with 135 males and 143 females.
- How many households are there in Gulgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gulgarh village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gulgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gulgarh is 39.21%. The male literacy rate is 46.67%, while the female literacy rate is 32.17%.