Mehar Bhatoli - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Mehar Bhatoli is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Mehar Bhatoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehar Bhatoli is 031014. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Mehar Bhatoli 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 Mehar Bhatoli
As per Census 2011, Mehar Bhatoli village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 362 males and 365 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehar Bhatoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 362 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 222 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 260 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 102 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Mehar Bhatoli
Mehar Bhatoli 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 Mehar Bhatoli
Mehar Bhatoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Mehar Bhatoli is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehar Bhatoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehar Bhatoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mehar Bhatoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehar Bhatoli 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 Mehar Bhatoli
Where is Mehar Bhatoli located?
Mehar Bhatoli village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehar Bhatoli?
Mehar Bhatoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehar Bhatoli?
The pincode of Mehar Bhatoli is 144221.
What is the population of Mehar Bhatoli?
Mehar Bhatoli has a total population of 727, including 362 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Mehar Bhatoli?
There are 135 households in Mehar Bhatoli.
What is the literacy rate in Mehar Bhatoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehar Bhatoli is 70.01%. Male literacy is 71.82% and female literacy is 68.22%.