Ghurkewal

Ghurkewal is a village located in Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chamkaur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Jindanpur is the gram panchayat of Ghurkewal village.

Ghurkewal has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar 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 Ghurkewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghurkewal is 038802. The village spans a total geographical area of 74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140116. Chamkaur Sahib is nearest town to Ghurkewal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ghurkewal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 341 194 147
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 27 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 331 189 142
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 230 141 89
Illiterate Population 111 53 58

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

  • The total population of Ghurkewal village is around 341, including approximately 194 males and 147 females, with a sex ratio of 757 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Ghurkewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghurkewal village has 331 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghurkewal village is about 67.45%, with male literacy at 72.68% and female literacy at 60.54%.
  • There are around 68 households in Ghurkewal village.

Connectivity of Ghurkewal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghurkewal. As per the 2011 stats, Ghurkewal 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ghurkewal

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

Gobindgarh Kulchian Zindanpur Bara Daudpur Chhota Daudpur Malewal Taprian Rashidpur Malana Saidpur Sultanpur Makowal Chak Lahori

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurkewal

Where is Ghurkewal located?
Ghurkewal village is situated in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurkewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurkewal is Jindanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghurkewal?
The pincode of Ghurkewal is 140116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghurkewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurkewal is 341, with 194 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Ghurkewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghurkewal village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurkewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurkewal is 67.45%. The male literacy rate is 72.68%, while the female literacy rate is 60.54%.