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
As per Census 2011, Ghuman village has a total population of 6,601 people, consisting of 3,439 males and 3,162 females. The village has 1,244 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 734 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,695 literate and 1,906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghuman are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 6,601, including 3,439 males and 3,162 females.
How many households are there in Ghuman?
There are 1,244 households in Ghuman.
What is the literacy rate in Ghuman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghuman is 71.13%. Male literacy is 74.09% and female literacy is 67.90%.