Ghurkani - Sardulgarh, Mansa
Ghurkani is a village situated in the Sardulgarh tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardulgarh and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Ghurkani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghurkani is 035984. The village covers a total geographical area of 488 hectares and falls under the 151506 pincode. Sardulgarh is the nearest town.
Ghurkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardulgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghurkani
As per Census 2011, Ghurkani village has a total population of 1,999 people, consisting of 1,078 males and 921 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,117 literate and 882 illiterate residents. Additionally, 873 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghurkani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,999 | 1,078 | 921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 873 | 473 | 400 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 674 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 404 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Ghurkani
Ghurkani 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 Ghurkani
Ghurkani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Ghurkani is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghurkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghurkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ghurkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghurkani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghurkani
Where is Ghurkani located?
Ghurkani village is located in Sardulgarh Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurkani?
Ghurkani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghurkani?
The pincode of Ghurkani is 151506.
What is the population of Ghurkani?
Ghurkani has a total population of 1,999, including 1,078 males and 921 females.
How many households are there in Ghurkani?
There are 386 households in Ghurkani.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurkani is 55.88%. Male literacy is 62.52% and female literacy is 48.10%.