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
According to the 2011 Census, Pandher village had a total population of 551 people, including 265 males and 286 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.05%, with male literacy at 92.34% and female literacy at 86.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 551 | 265 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 551, including 265 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Pandher?
Pandher had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandher was 89.05%. Male literacy was 92.34% and female literacy was 86.05%.