Ghasitpur
Ghasitpur is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Ghasitpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghasitpur unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Ghasitpur’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 Ghasitpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghasitpur is 031134. The village spans a total geographical area of 111 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Ghasitpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghasitpur
Population of Ghasitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ghasitpur has a total population of about 865, with approximately 446 males and 419 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 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 73.18%, with male literacy at about 76.91% and female literacy near 69.21%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghasitpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 446 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 61 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 168 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 633 | 343 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 103 | 129 |
Connectivity of Ghasitpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghasitpur. As per the 2011 stats, Ghasitpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghasitpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghasitpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghasitpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghasitpur
- Where is Ghasitpur located?
- Ghasitpur village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghasitpur?
- Ghasitpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghasitpur?
- The pincode of Ghasitpur is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghasitpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghasitpur is 865, with 446 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Ghasitpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghasitpur village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghasitpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghasitpur is 73.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.91%, while the female literacy rate is 69.21%.