Ghagge - Khadur Sahib, Tarn Taran

Ghagge is a village situated in the Khadur Sahib tehsil of Tarn Taran district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khadur Sahib and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Tarn Taran. Ghaghe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghagge village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghagge is 038322. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 143112 pincode. Rayya is the nearest town.

Ghagge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baba bakala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Ghagge

According to the 2011 Census, Ghagge village had a total population of 958 people, including 493 males and 465 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.74%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 72.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 424.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Ghagge

Ghagge is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Ghagge

Ghagge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baba Bakalaraya, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tarn Taran to Ghagge is about 27 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 Ghagge

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghagge village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Ghagge

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghagge village are given below:

FAQs about Ghagge