Ghel
Ghel is a village located in Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bassi Pathana (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Ghale is the gram panchayat of Ghel village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghel unique in its vibrant Bassi Pathana-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Ghel’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 Ghel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghel is 032551. The village spans a total geographical area of 381 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140412. Sirhind Fatehgarh Sahib is nearest town to Ghel village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghel
Population of Ghel
According to the 2011 Census, Ghel has a total population of about 1,227, with approximately 649 males and 578 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 222 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 68.22%, with male literacy at about 71.19% and female literacy near 64.88%. There are around 203 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,227 | 649 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 837 | 462 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 187 | 203 |
Connectivity of Ghel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghel. As per the 2011 stats, Ghel 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghel
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghel
- Where is Ghel located?
- Ghel village is situated in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghel is Ghale (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghel?
- The pincode of Ghel is 140412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghel is 1,227, with 649 males and 578 females.
- How many households are there in Ghel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghel village has a total of 203 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghel is 68.22%. The male literacy rate is 71.19%, while the female literacy rate is 64.88%.