Moom - Mehal Kalan, Barnala
Moom is a village situated in the Mehal Kalan tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Barnala and around 25 km from Barnala. Moom village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moom is 040005. The village covers a total geographical area of 1433 hectares and falls under the 148100 pincode. Barnala is the nearest town.
Moom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehal kalan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moom
As per Census 2011, Moom village has a total population of 3,696 people, consisting of 1,949 males and 1,747 females. The village has 707 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,357 literate and 1,339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,696 | 1,949 | 1,747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 216 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,118 | 596 | 522 |
| Literate Population | 2,357 | 1,276 | 1,081 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,339 | 673 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Moom
Moom 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaner | East | 3.71 km |
| Sadowal | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Gehal | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Gaggewal | North | 3.96 km |
| Chak Bhaika | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Chini Wal Khurd | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Chhiniwal Kalan | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Nariangarh Sohian | West | 5.32 km |
| Chananwal | South | 5.99 km |
| Diwana | West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moom
Moom is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barnala, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barnala to Moom is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moom village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moom
Where is Moom located?
Moom village is located in Mehal Kalan Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moom?
Moom is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moom?
The pincode of Moom is 148100.
What is the population of Moom?
Moom has a total population of 3,696, including 1,949 males and 1,747 females.
How many households are there in Moom?
There are 707 households in Moom.
What is the literacy rate in Moom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moom is 63.77%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 61.88%.