Pandher - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Pandher is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Pandher village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandher is 030967. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Pandher 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 Pandher
As per Census 2011, Pandher village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 265 males and 286 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 265 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 217 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Pandher
Pandher 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 Pandher
Pandher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Pandher 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 Pandher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pandher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandher
Where is Pandher located?
Pandher village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandher?
Pandher is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pandher?
The pincode of Pandher is 144221.
What is the population of Pandher?
Pandher has a total population of 551, including 265 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Pandher?
There are 122 households in Pandher.
What is the literacy rate in Pandher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandher is 79.67%. Male literacy is 81.89% and female literacy is 77.62%.