Randhawa - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Randhawa is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Randhawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randhawa is 030933. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Randhawa 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 Randhawa
As per Census 2011, Randhawa village has a total population of 1,596 people, consisting of 892 males and 704 females. The village has 449 households and a sex ratio of 789 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,330 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Randhawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 892 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 195 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,330 | 785 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 107 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Randhawa
Randhawa 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 Randhawa
Randhawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Randhawa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Randhawa 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 Randhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Randhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randhawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Randhawa
Where is Randhawa located?
Randhawa village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Randhawa?
Randhawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Randhawa?
The pincode of Randhawa is 144207.
What is the population of Randhawa?
Randhawa has a total population of 1,596, including 892 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Randhawa?
There are 449 households in Randhawa.
What is the literacy rate in Randhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randhawa is 83.33%. Male literacy is 88.00% and female literacy is 77.41%.