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
As per Census 2011, Malhian village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 125 males and 104 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 832 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malhian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 125 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 119 | 102 |
| 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 has a total population of 229, including 125 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Malhian?
There are 50 households in Malhian.
What is the literacy rate in Malhian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malhian is 77.73%. Male literacy is 82.40% and female literacy is 72.12%.