Ghangas
Ghangas is a village located in Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Payal (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Ghangas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghangas unique in its vibrant Payal-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Ghangas’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 Ghangas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghangas is 033320. The village spans a total geographical area of 363 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141419. Payal is nearest town to Ghangas village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ghangas
Population of Ghangas
According to the 2011 Census, Ghangas has a total population of about 2,597, with approximately 1,374 males and 1,223 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,015 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 73.78%, with male literacy at about 78.02% and female literacy near 69.01%. There are around 503 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghangas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,597 | 1,374 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 119 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 510 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,072 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 302 | 379 |
Connectivity of Ghangas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghangas. As per the 2011 stats, Ghangas 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghangas
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghangas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghangas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghangas
- Where is Ghangas located?
- Ghangas village is situated in Payal Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghangas?
- Ghangas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghangas?
- The pincode of Ghangas is 141419, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghangas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghangas is 2,597, with 1,374 males and 1,223 females.
- How many households are there in Ghangas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghangas village has a total of 503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghangas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghangas is 73.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.02%, while the female literacy rate is 69.01%.