Ghagon Guru - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Ghagon Guru is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ghagon Guru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagon Guru is 032046. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Ghagon Guru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghagon Guru
As per Census 2011, Ghagon Guru village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 255 males and 246 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghagon Guru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 255 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 200 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Ghagon Guru
Ghagon Guru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulewal | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Chak Phullu | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Bora | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Mehtabpur | North | 2.01 km |
| Bagwain | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Sahungra | East | 2.22 km |
| Panam | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Chak Hajipur | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Bhambian | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Ibrahimpur | West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghagon Guru
Ghagon Guru is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Ghagon Guru is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghagon Guru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagon Guru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghagon Guru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghagon Guru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghagon Guru
Where is Ghagon Guru located?
Ghagon Guru village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagon Guru?
Ghagon Guru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghagon Guru?
The pincode of Ghagon Guru is 144521.
What is the population of Ghagon Guru?
Ghagon Guru has a total population of 501, including 255 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Ghagon Guru?
There are 101 households in Ghagon Guru.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagon Guru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghagon Guru is 75.25%. Male literacy is 78.43% and female literacy is 71.95%.