Ghuman - Batala, Gurdaspur
Ghuman is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Ghoman serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghuman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghuman is 028571. The village covers a total geographical area of 631 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Ghuman 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 Ghuman
According to the 2011 Census, Ghuman village had a total population of 6,601 people, including 3,439 males and 3,162 females, living in 1,244 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.02%, with male literacy at 83.46% and female literacy at 76.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,746.
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 | 6,601 | 3,439 | 3,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 734 | 386 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,746 | 938 | 808 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,695 | 2,548 | 2,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,906 | 891 | 1,015 |
Nearby Villages of Ghuman
Ghuman is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ghuman
Ghuman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ghuman is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghuman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghuman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghuman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghuman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ghuman
Where is Ghuman located?
Ghuman village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghuman?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghuman is Ghoman.
What is the pincode of Ghuman?
The pincode of Ghuman is 143514.
What is the population of Ghuman?
Ghuman had a total population of 6,601, including 3,439 males and 3,162 females.
How many households are there in Ghuman?
Ghuman had 1,244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghuman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghuman was 80.02%. Male literacy was 83.46% and female literacy was 76.30%.