Pakhowal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Pakhowal 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 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Pakhowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pakhowal is 030893. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Pakhowal 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 Pakhowal
According to the 2011 Census, Pakhowal village had a total population of 384 people, including 200 males and 184 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.63%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 83.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 384 | 200 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 156 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 44 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Pakhowal
Pakhowal 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 Pakhowal
Pakhowal 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 Pakhowal is about 30 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 Pakhowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pakhowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pakhowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pakhowal 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 Pakhowal
Where is Pakhowal located?
Pakhowal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pakhowal?
Pakhowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pakhowal?
The pincode of Pakhowal is 144221.
What is the population of Pakhowal?
Pakhowal had a total population of 384, including 200 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Pakhowal?
Pakhowal had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pakhowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pakhowal was 86.63%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 83.04%.