Gurala

Gurala is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Gurala village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Gurala unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Gurala’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 Gurala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurala is 037250. The village spans a total geographical area of 389 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143111. Ajnala is nearest town to Gurala village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gurala 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 Ajnala 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.

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Population of Gurala

According to the 2011 Census, Gurala has a total population of about 1,166, with approximately 625 males and 541 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 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 53.69%, with male literacy at about 59.52% and female literacy near 46.95%. There are around 209 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,166 625 541
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 158 93 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 109 63 46
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 626 372 254
Illiterate Population 540 253 287

Connectivity of Gurala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurala. As per the 2011 stats, Gurala 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurala

Knowing the nearby villages of Gurala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurala

Where is Gurala located?
Gurala village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurala?
Gurala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gurala?
The pincode of Gurala is 143111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurala is 1,166, with 625 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Gurala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurala village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurala is 53.69%. The male literacy rate is 59.52%, while the female literacy rate is 46.95%.