Dehriwala - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Dehriwala is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dehriwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dehriwala is 030855. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 144224 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Dehriwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dehriwala
According to the 2011 Census, Dehriwala village had a total population of 189 people, including 93 males and 96 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 84.15% and female literacy at 69.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 24 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dehriwala
Dehriwala 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 Dehriwala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dehriwala. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dehriwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Dehriwala is about 40 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 Dehriwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dehriwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dehriwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dehriwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dehriwala
Where is Dehriwala located?
Dehriwala village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dehriwala?
Dehriwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dehriwala?
The pincode of Dehriwala is 144224.
What is the population of Dehriwala?
Dehriwala had a total population of 189, including 93 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Dehriwala?
Dehriwala had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dehriwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dehriwala was 76.83%. Male literacy was 84.15% and female literacy was 69.51%.