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.
Here you can discover what makes Gehal unique in its vibrant Tapa-Barnala region. You’ll see Gehal’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 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.
Google Map of Gehal
Population of Gehal
According to the 2011 Census, Gehal has a total population of about 4,311, with approximately 2,295 males and 2,016 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 427 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 985 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 63.98%, with male literacy at about 65.66% and female literacy near 62.05%. There are around 820 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gehal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.