Gehlan

Gehlan is a village 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.

Gehlan has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gehlan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gehlan is 029725. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144041. Shahkot is nearest town to Gehlan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gehlan

Below is a concise population overview of Gehlan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 931 494 437
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 111 52 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 543 290 253
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 665 373 292
Illiterate Population 266 121 145

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gehlan village:

  • The total population of Gehlan village is around 931, including approximately 494 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Gehlan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gehlan village has 543 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gehlan village is about 71.43%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 66.82%.
  • There are around 170 households in Gehlan village.

Connectivity of Gehlan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gehlan. As per the 2011 stats, Gehlan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Gehlan

Knowing the nearby villages of Gehlan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gehlan.

Naurangpur Chak Hathiana Burewal Parjian Khurd Parjian Kalan Dharmiwal Raunt Bhando Bagga Fakhruwal Fazalwal

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%.