Malhian - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Malhian 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 35 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Nangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malhian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malhian is 030881. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 144529 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Malhian 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 Malhian
According to the 2011 Census, Malhian village had a total population of 229 people, including 125 males and 104 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.76%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 78.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 229 | 125 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 119 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 103 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Malhian
Malhian 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 Malhian
Public transport in the Malhian is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Malhian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malhian is about 35 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 Malhian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malhian 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Malhian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malhian 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 Malhian
Where is Malhian located?
Malhian village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malhian?
The Gram Panchayat of Malhian is Nangal.
What is the pincode of Malhian?
The pincode of Malhian is 144529.
What is the population of Malhian?
Malhian had a total population of 229, including 125 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Malhian?
Malhian had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malhian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhian was 84.76%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 78.95%.