Ghanshampur
Ghanshampur is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Ghanshampur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghanshampur unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Ghanshampur’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 Ghanshampur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghanshampur is 037782. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143116. Batala is nearest town to Ghanshampur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghanshampur 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 Majitha 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 Ghanshampur
Population of Ghanshampur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghanshampur has a total population of about 1,451, with approximately 768 males and 683 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 738 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 57.48%, with male literacy at about 61.98% and female literacy near 52.42%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghanshampur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,451 | 768 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 112 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 397 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 834 | 476 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 292 | 325 |
Connectivity of Ghanshampur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghanshampur. As per the 2011 stats, Ghanshampur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghanshampur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghanshampur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghanshampur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghanshampur
- Where is Ghanshampur located?
- Ghanshampur village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghanshampur?
- Ghanshampur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghanshampur?
- The pincode of Ghanshampur is 143116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghanshampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghanshampur is 1,451, with 768 males and 683 females.
- How many households are there in Ghanshampur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghanshampur village has a total of 264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghanshampur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghanshampur is 57.48%. The male literacy rate is 61.98%, while the female literacy rate is 52.42%.