Gumtala
Gumtala is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Gumtala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gumtala unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Gumtala’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 Gumtala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumtala is 030050. The village spans a total geographical area of 343 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144039. Nurmahal is nearest town to Gumtala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gumtala
Population of Gumtala
According to the 2011 Census, Gumtala has a total population of about 1,226, with approximately 643 males and 583 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 697 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 70.80%, with male literacy at about 73.87% and female literacy near 67.41%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumtala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 643 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 697 | 376 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 868 | 475 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 168 | 190 |
Connectivity of Gumtala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumtala. As per the 2011 stats, Gumtala 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 Gumtala
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumtala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumtala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumtala
- Where is Gumtala located?
- Gumtala village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumtala?
- Gumtala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gumtala?
- The pincode of Gumtala is 144039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gumtala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumtala is 1,226, with 643 males and 583 females.
- How many households are there in Gumtala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumtala village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumtala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumtala is 70.80%. The male literacy rate is 73.87%, while the female literacy rate is 67.41%.