Guram - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Guram is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Gurm serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guram is 033519. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 141206 pincode. Maloud is the nearest town.
Guram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Guram
As per Census 2011, Guram village has a total population of 1,982 people, consisting of 1,045 males and 937 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,463 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,982 | 1,045 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 102 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 419 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 1,463 | 808 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 237 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Guram
Guram is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Guram
Guram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Guram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Guram is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Guram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Guram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Guram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Guram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Guram
Where is Guram located?
Guram village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guram?
The Gram Panchayat of Guram is Gurm.
What is the pincode of Guram?
The pincode of Guram is 141206.
What is the population of Guram?
Guram has a total population of 1,982, including 1,045 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Guram?
There are 402 households in Guram.
What is the literacy rate in Guram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guram is 73.81%. Male literacy is 77.32% and female literacy is 69.90%.