Gaunspur
Gaunspur is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gaunspur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaunspur unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Gaunspur’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 Gaunspur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaunspur is 031061. The village spans a total geographical area of 66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Gaunspur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gaunspur
Population of Gaunspur
According to the 2011 Census, Gaunspur has a total population of about 504, with approximately 244 males and 260 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 250 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 79.96%, with male literacy at about 82.79% and female literacy near 77.31%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaunspur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | 244 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 403 | 202 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 42 | 59 |
Connectivity of Gaunspur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaunspur. As per the 2011 stats, Gaunspur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gaunspur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaunspur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaunspur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaunspur
- Where is Gaunspur located?
- Gaunspur village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaunspur?
- Gaunspur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaunspur?
- The pincode of Gaunspur is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaunspur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaunspur is 504, with 244 males and 260 females.
- How many households are there in Gaunspur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaunspur village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaunspur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaunspur is 79.96%. The male literacy rate is 82.79%, while the female literacy rate is 77.31%.