Gurah Kalan
Gurah 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 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Gura Kalan is the gram panchayat of Gurah Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurah Kalan unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Gurah 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 Gurah Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurah Kalan is 027515. The village spans a total geographical area of 463 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145101. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Gurah Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gurah Kalan
Population of Gurah Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gurah Kalan has a total population of about 2,834, with approximately 1,478 males and 1,356 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 345 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,343 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 70.92%, with male literacy at about 76.12% and female literacy near 65.27%. There are around 520 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurah Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,834 | 1,478 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,343 | 699 | 644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,010 | 1,125 | 885 |
| Illiterate Population | 824 | 353 | 471 |
Connectivity of Gurah Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurah Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gurah 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurah Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurah Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurah Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurah Kalan
- Where is Gurah Kalan located?
- Gurah Kalan village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurah Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurah Kalan is Gura Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurah Kalan?
- The pincode of Gurah Kalan is 145101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurah Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurah Kalan is 2,834, with 1,478 males and 1,356 females.
- How many households are there in Gurah Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurah Kalan village has a total of 520 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurah Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurah Kalan is 70.92%. The male literacy rate is 76.12%, while the female literacy rate is 65.27%.