Gehal

Gehal is a village located in Tapa tehsil of Barnala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Tapa (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Barnala. As per 2009 stats, Gehal village is also a gram panchayat.

Gehal 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 Gehal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehal is 040080. The village spans a total geographical area of 1572 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148100. Barnala is nearest town to Gehal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gehal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,311 2,295 2,016
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 427 236 191
Scheduled Castes (SC) 985 515 470
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,758 1,507 1,251
Illiterate Population 1,553 788 765

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

  • The total population of Gehal village is around 4,311, including approximately 2,295 males and 2,016 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 427 children aged 0–6 years in Gehal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gehal village has 985 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gehal village is about 63.98%, with male literacy at 65.66% and female literacy at 62.05%.
  • There are around 820 households in Gehal village.

Connectivity of Gehal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gehal. As per the 2011 stats, Gehal 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 Gehal

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

Bhotna Chung Talewal Ramgarh Bhila Naraingarh Sohian Diwana Chhiniwal Khurd Sadowal Gagewal Patti Bir Singh

Frequently Asked Questions about Gehal

Where is Gehal located?
Gehal village is situated in Tapa Tehsil, within the Barnala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehal?
Gehal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gehal?
The pincode of Gehal is 148100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gehal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehal is 4,311, with 2,295 males and 2,016 females.
How many households are there in Gehal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gehal village has a total of 820 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gehal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehal is 63.98%. The male literacy rate is 65.66%, while the female literacy rate is 62.05%.