Gehri
Gehri is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Gehri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gehri unique in its vibrant Amritsar I-Amritsar region. You’ll see Gehri’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 Gehri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehri is 037529. The village spans a total geographical area of 306 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143149. Jandiala is nearest town to Gehri village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gehri
Population of Gehri
According to the 2011 Census, Gehri has a total population of about 6,612, with approximately 3,468 males and 3,144 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 670 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,023 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 66.76%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 62.82%. There are around 1,246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gehri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,612 | 3,468 | 3,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 375 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,023 | 1,609 | 1,414 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,414 | 2,439 | 1,975 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,198 | 1,029 | 1,169 |
Connectivity of Gehri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gehri. As per the 2011 stats, Gehri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gehri
Knowing the nearby villages of Gehri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gehri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gehri
- Where is Gehri located?
- Gehri village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gehri?
- Gehri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gehri?
- The pincode of Gehri is 143149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gehri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehri is 6,612, with 3,468 males and 3,144 females.
- How many households are there in Gehri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gehri village has a total of 1,246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gehri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehri is 66.76%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 62.82%.