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
As per Census 2011, Gande Ke village has a total population of 1,219 people, consisting of 629 males and 590 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gande Ke are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,219 | 629 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 75 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 180 | 164 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,219, including 629 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Gande Ke?
There are 210 households in Gande Ke.
What is the literacy rate in Gande Ke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gande Ke is 69.40%. Male literacy is 73.29% and female literacy is 65.25%.