Gumti Kalan - Rampura Phul, Bathinda
Gumti Kalan is a village situated in the Rampura Phul tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rampura Phul and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bathinda. Gumti Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gumti Kalan is 035657. The village covers a total geographical area of 2025 hectares and falls under the 151106 pincode. Bhagta Bhai Ka is the nearest town.
Gumti Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bathinda urban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gumti Kalan
As per Census 2011, Gumti Kalan village has a total population of 5,714 people, consisting of 3,016 males and 2,698 females. The village has 1,110 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,200 literate and 2,514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,728 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gumti Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,714 | 3,016 | 2,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 306 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,728 | 905 | 823 |
| Literate Population | 3,200 | 1,781 | 1,419 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,514 | 1,235 | 1,279 |
Nearby Villages of Gumti Kalan
Gumti Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dayalpura Mirza | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Selbrah | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Jalal | North | 4.86 km |
| Bhai Rupa | East | 5.18 km |
| Kalian Sukha | South-West | 5.74 km |
| Hamirgarh | North-West | 5.98 km |
| Kotha Guru | West | 6.50 km |
| Kalian Malka | South-West | 6.62 km |
| Dyalpura Bhaika | North-East | 6.62 km |
| Kauloke | South-East | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gumti Kalan
Gumti Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rampura Phul, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bathinda to Gumti Kalan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gumti Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gumti Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gumti Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gumti Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gumti Kalan
Where is Gumti Kalan located?
Gumti Kalan village is located in Rampura Phul Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gumti Kalan?
Gumti Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gumti Kalan?
The pincode of Gumti Kalan is 151106.
What is the population of Gumti Kalan?
Gumti Kalan has a total population of 5,714, including 3,016 males and 2,698 females.
How many households are there in Gumti Kalan?
There are 1,110 households in Gumti Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Gumti Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gumti Kalan is 56.00%. Male literacy is 59.05% and female literacy is 52.59%.