Ghukharwal

Ghukharwal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Ghukkerwal is the gram panchayat of Ghukharwal village.

Here you can discover what makes Ghukharwal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Ghukharwal’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 Ghukharwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghukharwal is 031832. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Ghukharwal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ghukharwal

According to the 2011 Census, Ghukharwal has a total population of about 279, with approximately 134 males and 145 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 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 72.04%, with male literacy at about 77.61% and female literacy near 66.90%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghukharwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 279 134 145
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 19 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 68 33 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 201 104 97
Illiterate Population 78 30 48

Connectivity of Ghukharwal

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

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

Nearby Villages of Ghukharwal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghukharwal

Where is Ghukharwal located?
Ghukharwal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghukharwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghukharwal is Ghukkerwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghukharwal?
The pincode of Ghukharwal is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghukharwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghukharwal is 279, with 134 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Ghukharwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghukharwal village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghukharwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghukharwal is 72.04%. The male literacy rate is 77.61%, while the female literacy rate is 66.90%.