Gumjal
Gumjal is a village located in Abohar tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Abohar (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Gumjal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gumjal unique in its vibrant Abohar-Firozpur region. You’ll see Gumjal’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 Gumjal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumjal is 035159. The village spans a total geographical area of 1522 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152132. Abohar is nearest town to Gumjal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gumjal
Population of Gumjal
According to the 2011 Census, Gumjal has a total population of about 2,360, with approximately 1,263 males and 1,097 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 429 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 59.87%, with male literacy at about 68.96% and female literacy near 49.41%. There are around 449 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumjal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,360 | 1,263 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 158 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 245 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,413 | 871 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 392 | 555 |
Connectivity of Gumjal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumjal. As per the 2011 stats, Gumjal 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 Gumjal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumjal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumjal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumjal
- Where is Gumjal located?
- Gumjal village is situated in Abohar Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumjal?
- Gumjal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gumjal?
- The pincode of Gumjal is 152132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumjal is 2,360, with 1,263 males and 1,097 females.
- How many households are there in Gumjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumjal village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumjal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumjal is 59.87%. The male literacy rate is 68.96%, while the female literacy rate is 49.41%.