Sanghwal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Sanghwal is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Sangwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanghwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanghwal is 030955. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Sanghwal 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 Sanghwal
According to the 2011 Census, Sanghwal village had a total population of 368 people, including 197 males and 171 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.28%, with male literacy at 87.71% and female literacy at 78.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 368 | 197 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 157 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 40 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sanghwal
Sanghwal 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 Sanghwal
Sanghwal 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 >10 km |
| 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 Sanghwal 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 Sanghwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanghwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanghwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanghwal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sanghwal
Where is Sanghwal located?
Sanghwal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanghwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanghwal is Sangwal.
What is the pincode of Sanghwal?
The pincode of Sanghwal is 144213.
What is the population of Sanghwal?
Sanghwal had a total population of 368, including 197 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Sanghwal?
Sanghwal had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanghwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanghwal was 83.28%. Male literacy was 87.71% and female literacy was 78.21%.