Gande Ke - Batala, Gurdaspur
Gande Ke is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Gande Ke village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gande Ke is 028607. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Gande Ke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gande Ke
According to the 2011 Census, Gande Ke village had a total population of 1,219 people, including 629 males and 590 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.19%, with male literacy at 83.21% and female literacy at 72.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,219 | 629 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 180 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 461 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 168 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Gande Ke
Gande Ke 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chone | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Ladha Munda | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Pero Shah | West | 2.03 km |
| Boja | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Ainokot | North | 2.39 km |
| Mehmadpur | South | 3.10 km |
| Sadha Rang | West | 3.25 km |
| Kotla Subha Singh | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Badowal | West | 3.70 km |
| Madra | North-East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gande Ke
Gande Ke is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gurdaspur to Gande Ke is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gande Ke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gande Ke village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gande Ke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gande Ke village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gande Ke
Where is Gande Ke located?
Gande Ke village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gande Ke?
Gande Ke is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gande Ke?
The pincode of Gande Ke is 143514.
What is the population of Gande Ke?
Gande Ke had a total population of 1,219, including 629 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Gande Ke?
Gande Ke had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gande Ke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gande Ke was 78.19%. Male literacy was 83.21% and female literacy was 72.92%.