Jagal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Jagal is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Jagal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagal is 030958. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Jagal 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 Jagal
As per Census 2011, Jagal village has a total population of 419 people, consisting of 218 males and 201 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 419 | 218 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 183 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Jagal
Jagal 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 Jagal
Jagal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jagal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jagal is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jagal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jagal
Where is Jagal located?
Jagal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagal?
Jagal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jagal?
The pincode of Jagal is 144213.
What is the population of Jagal?
Jagal has a total population of 419, including 218 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Jagal?
There are 83 households in Jagal.
What is the literacy rate in Jagal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagal is 79.71%. Male literacy is 83.94% and female literacy is 75.12%.