Muhal

Muhal is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Muhal village. As per 2009 stats, Muhal village is also a gram panchayat.

Muhal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Muhal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Muhal is 010455. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177117. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Muhal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Muhal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,241 583 658
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 150 84 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 270 129 141
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 958 467 491
Illiterate Population 283 116 167

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

  • The total population of Muhal village is around 1,241, including approximately 583 males and 658 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Muhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Muhal village has 270 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Muhal village is about 77.20%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 74.62%.
  • There are around 280 households in Muhal village.

Connectivity of Muhal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Muhal. As per the 2011 stats, Muhal 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Muhal

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

Shantla Kariara Narwari Gopipur Bhallar Jallandhar Lahar Thakur Dwara Jol Bheri Gharun Gumbar

Frequently Asked Questions about Muhal

Where is Muhal located?
Muhal village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muhal?
Muhal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Muhal?
The pincode of Muhal is 177117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Muhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Muhal is 1,241, with 583 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Muhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Muhal village has a total of 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Muhal is 77.20%. The male literacy rate is 80.10%, while the female literacy rate is 74.62%.