Gahaur

Gahaur is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Gahaur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Gahaur unique in its vibrant Ludhiana West-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Gahaur’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 Gahaur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahaur is 033661. The village spans a total geographical area of 340 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141102. Ludhiana is nearest town to Gahaur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gahaur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gahaur

According to the 2011 Census, Gahaur has a total population of about 1,566, with approximately 817 males and 749 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 168 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 584 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 74.07%, with male literacy at about 77.97% and female literacy near 69.83%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahaur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,566 817 749
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 168 93 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) 584 299 285
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,160 637 523
Illiterate Population 406 180 226

Connectivity of Gahaur

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahaur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahaur

Where is Gahaur located?
Gahaur village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahaur?
Gahaur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gahaur?
The pincode of Gahaur is 141102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahaur is 1,566, with 817 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Gahaur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahaur village has a total of 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahaur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahaur is 74.07%. The male literacy rate is 77.97%, while the female literacy rate is 69.83%.