Ghurka

Ghurka is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Kuhal is the gram panchayat of Ghurka village.

Ghurka has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Ghurka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghurka is 032370. The village spans a total geographical area of 64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Ghurka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ghurka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 61 35 26
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 2 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 11 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 43 27 16
Illiterate Population 18 8 10

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

  • The total population of Ghurka village is around 61, including approximately 35 males and 26 females, with a sex ratio of 742 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 4 children aged 0–6 years in Ghurka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghurka village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghurka village is about 70.49%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 61.54%.
  • There are around 14 households in Ghurka village.

Connectivity of Ghurka

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

Nearby Villages of Ghurka

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

Hedon Mubarakpur Sarangpur Panj Peda Arazidarya Bramad Paragpur Hassanpur Kalan Chahal Kohar Bhedian Dobhali Paragpur Mandher

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghurka

Where is Ghurka located?
Ghurka village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurka?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurka is Kuhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghurka?
The pincode of Ghurka is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghurka is 61, with 35 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Ghurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghurka village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghurka is 70.49%. The male literacy rate is 77.14%, while the female literacy rate is 61.54%.