Gharuan
Gharuan is a village located in Kharar tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kharar (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Gharuan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gharuan unique in its vibrant Kharar-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Gharuan’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 Gharuan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gharuan is 039041. The village spans a total geographical area of 1429 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140413. Kurali is nearest town to Gharuan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gharuan
Population of Gharuan
According to the 2011 Census, Gharuan has a total population of about 6,302, with approximately 3,324 males and 2,978 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 638 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,728 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 74.15%, with male literacy at about 76.44% and female literacy near 71.59%. There are around 1,254 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gharuan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,302 | 3,324 | 2,978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 638 | 335 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,728 | 928 | 800 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,673 | 2,541 | 2,132 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 783 | 846 |
Connectivity of Gharuan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gharuan. As per the 2011 stats, Gharuan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gharuan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gharuan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gharuan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gharuan
- Where is Gharuan located?
- Gharuan village is situated in Kharar Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gharuan?
- Gharuan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gharuan?
- The pincode of Gharuan is 140413, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gharuan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gharuan is 6,302, with 3,324 males and 2,978 females.
- How many households are there in Gharuan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gharuan village has a total of 1,254 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gharuan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gharuan is 74.15%. The male literacy rate is 76.44%, while the female literacy rate is 71.59%.