Ghagon Guru
Ghagon Guru is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Ghagon Guru village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghagon Guru unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Ghagon Guru’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 Ghagon Guru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghagon Guru is 032046. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Ghagon Guru village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghagon Guru
Population of Ghagon Guru
According to the 2011 Census, Ghagon Guru has a total population of about 501, with approximately 255 males and 246 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 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 75.25%, with male literacy at about 78.43% and female literacy near 71.95%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghagon Guru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 255 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 377 | 200 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Connectivity of Ghagon Guru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghagon Guru. As per the 2011 stats, Ghagon Guru 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 Ghagon Guru
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghagon Guru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghagon Guru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghagon Guru
- Where is Ghagon Guru located?
- Ghagon Guru village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghagon Guru?
- Ghagon Guru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghagon Guru?
- The pincode of Ghagon Guru is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghagon Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagon Guru is 501, with 255 males and 246 females.
- How many households are there in Ghagon Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghagon Guru village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghagon Guru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagon Guru is 75.25%. The male literacy rate is 78.43%, while the female literacy rate is 71.95%.