Ghurka - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Ghurka is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Kuhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghurka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghurka is 032370. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Ghurka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghurka
According to the 2011 Census, Ghurka village had a total population of 61 people, including 35 males and 26 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 743 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 8 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Ghurka
Ghurka 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 Ghurka
Ghurka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Ghurka is about 37 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 Ghurka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghurka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghurka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghurka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghurka
Where is Ghurka located?
Ghurka village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurka?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurka is Kuhal.
What is the pincode of Ghurka?
The pincode of Ghurka is 144521.
What is the population of Ghurka?
Ghurka had a total population of 61, including 35 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Ghurka?
Ghurka had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurka was 75.44%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 66.67%.