Gharota Kalan
Gharota Kalan is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gharota is the gram panchayat of Gharota Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gharota Kalan unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Gharota Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gharota Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharota Kalan is 027525. The village spans a total geographical area of 612 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143533. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Gharota Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gharota Kalan
Population of Gharota Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gharota Kalan has a total population of about 4,717, with approximately 2,390 males and 2,327 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 492 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,261 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.28%, with male literacy at about 80.71% and female literacy near 71.72%. There are around 980 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharota Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,717 | 2,390 | 2,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 277 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,261 | 637 | 624 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,598 | 1,929 | 1,669 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 461 | 658 |
Connectivity of Gharota Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharota Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gharota Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharota Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharota Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharota Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharota Kalan
- Where is Gharota Kalan located?
- Gharota Kalan village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharota Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gharota Kalan is Gharota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gharota Kalan?
- The pincode of Gharota Kalan is 143533, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharota Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharota Kalan is 4,717, with 2,390 males and 2,327 females.
- How many households are there in Gharota Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharota Kalan village has a total of 980 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharota Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharota Kalan is 76.28%. The male literacy rate is 80.71%, while the female literacy rate is 71.72%.