Gehlan
About Gehlan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gehlan village is 029725. Gehlan village is located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Gehlan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 199.59 hectares. Gehlan has a total population of 931 peoples, out of which male population is 494 while female population is 437. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 884 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gehlan village is 71.43% out of which 75.51% males and 66.82% females are literate. There are about 170 houses in gehlan village. Pincode of gehlan village locality is 144041.
Shahkot is nearest town to gehlan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gehlan
The population details of Gehlan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 931 | 494 | 437 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 543 | 290 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 665 | 373 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 121 | 145 |
Connectivity of Gehlan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gehlan
Where is Gehlan located?
Gehlan village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gehlan?
Gehlan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gehlan?
The pincode of Gehlan is 144041, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gehlan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gehlan is 931, with 494 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Gehlan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gehlan village has a total of 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gehlan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gehlan is 71.43%. The male literacy rate is 75.51%, while the female literacy rate is 66.82%.