Gurney
Gurney is a village located in Lehra tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Lehra (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Gurne Kalan is the gram panchayat of Gurney village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurney unique in its vibrant Lehra-Sangrur region. You’ll see Gurney’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 Gurney
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurney is 039895. The village spans a total geographical area of 505 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148031. Lehragaga is nearest town to Gurney village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gurney
Population of Gurney
According to the 2011 Census, Gurney has a total population of about 1,619, with approximately 868 males and 751 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 542 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 46.26%, with male literacy at about 51.84% and female literacy near 39.81%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurney's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,619 | 868 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 284 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 749 | 450 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 418 | 452 |
Connectivity of Gurney
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurney. As per the 2011 stats, Gurney had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurney
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurney helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurney.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurney
- Where is Gurney located?
- Gurney village is situated in Lehra Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurney?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurney is Gurne Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurney?
- The pincode of Gurney is 148031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurney as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurney is 1,619, with 868 males and 751 females.
- How many households are there in Gurney as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurney village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurney as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurney is 46.26%. The male literacy rate is 51.84%, while the female literacy rate is 39.81%.