Gurchak

Gurchak is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Ramdiwali is the gram panchayat of Gurchak village.

Gurchak has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gurchak

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurchak is 028987. The village spans a total geographical area of 329 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143604. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Gurchak village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gurchak

Below is a concise population overview of Gurchak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 446 223 223
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 38 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 248 133 115
Illiterate Population 198 90 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurchak village:

  • The total population of Gurchak village is around 446, including approximately 223 males and 223 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Gurchak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Gurchak village is about 55.61%, with male literacy at 59.64% and female literacy at 51.57%.
  • There are around 87 households in Gurchak village.

Connectivity of Gurchak

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurchak. As per the 2011 stats, Gurchak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gurchak

Knowing the nearby villages of Gurchak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurchak.

Shampura Dharamabad Panwan Talwandi Hinduan Dala Mansur Rasulpur Lallowal Purana Wala Ghanike Bet Shikar

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurchak

Where is Gurchak located?
Gurchak village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurchak is Ramdiwali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gurchak?
The pincode of Gurchak is 143604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gurchak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurchak is 446, with 223 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Gurchak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurchak village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurchak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurchak is 55.61%. The male literacy rate is 59.64%, while the female literacy rate is 51.57%.