Mahal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Mahal is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Bhattian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahal is 030866. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Mahal 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 Mahal
According to the 2011 Census, Mahal village had a total population of 116 people, including 66 males and 50 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 758 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.61%, with male literacy at 68.63% and female literacy at 43.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 116 | 66 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 35 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 31 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Mahal
Mahal 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 Mahal
Mahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mahal 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 Mahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahal
Where is Mahal located?
Mahal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahal is Bhattian.
What is the pincode of Mahal?
The pincode of Mahal is 144213.
What is the population of Mahal?
Mahal had a total population of 116, including 66 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Mahal?
Mahal had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahal was 57.61%. Male literacy was 68.63% and female literacy was 43.90%.