Ghurka
Ghurka is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Patti Loharan is the gram panchayat of Ghurka village.
Here you can discover what makes Ghurka unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Ghurka’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 Ghurka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghurka is 030213. The village spans a total geographical area of 923.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144409. Goraya is nearest town to Ghurka village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghurka
Population of Ghurka
According to the 2011 Census, Ghurka has a total population of about 2,924, with approximately 1,513 males and 1,411 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,695 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 69.12%, with male literacy at about 71.71% and female literacy near 66.34%. There are around 627 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghurka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,924 | 1,513 | 1,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 129 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,695 | 874 | 821 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,021 | 1,085 | 936 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 428 | 475 |
Connectivity of Ghurka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghurka. As per the 2011 stats, Ghurka 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghurka
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghurka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghurka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurka
- Where is Ghurka located?
- Ghurka village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghurka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghurka is Patti Loharan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghurka?
- The pincode of Ghurka is 144409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghurka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurka is 2,924, with 1,513 males and 1,411 females.
- How many households are there in Ghurka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghurka village has a total of 627 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghurka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurka is 69.12%. The male literacy rate is 71.71%, while the female literacy rate is 66.34%.