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.

Gehri has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gehri

Below is a concise population overview of Gehri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gehri village:

  • The total population of Gehri village is around 6,612, including approximately 3,468 males and 3,144 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 670 children aged 0–6 years in Gehri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gehri village has 3,023 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gehri village is about 66.76%, with male literacy at 70.33% and female literacy at 62.82%.
  • There are around 1,246 households in Gehri village.

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.

Gill Rasulpur Kalan Khalhera Gadli Rana Kala Bhangwan Bhamma Dhirekot Gunowal Mallian Balia Manjpur

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%.