Gurm

Gurm is a village located in Barnala tehsil of Barnala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from Barnala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gurm village. As per 2009 stats, Guram is the gram panchayat of Gurm village.

Gurm has its own place in the vibrant Barnala 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 Gurm

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurm is 040018. The village spans a total geographical area of 739 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142580. Barnala is nearest town to Gurm village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gurm

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,595 1,368 1,227
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 270 152 118
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,010 528 482
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,587 882 705
Illiterate Population 1,008 486 522

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

  • The total population of Gurm village is around 2,595, including approximately 1,368 males and 1,227 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Gurm village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurm village has 1,010 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gurm village is about 61.16%, with male literacy at 64.47% and female literacy at 57.46%.
  • There are around 498 households in Gurm village.

Connectivity of Gurm

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurm. As per the 2011 stats, Gurm had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurm

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

Sehjra Chuhanke Kalan Bazidke Kalan Bazidke Khurd Hamidi Gumti Thuliwal Manal Mangewal Kurar Khiali

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurm

Where is Gurm located?
Gurm village is situated in Barnala Tehsil, within the Barnala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurm?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurm is Guram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurm?
The pincode of Gurm is 142580, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurm as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurm is 2,595, with 1,368 males and 1,227 females.
How many households are there in Gurm as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurm village has a total of 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurm as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurm is 61.16%. The male literacy rate is 64.47%, while the female literacy rate is 57.46%.