Sarhala - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Sarhala is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Sarhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarhala is 030890. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Sarhala 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 Sarhala
As per Census 2011, Sarhala village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 313 males and 309 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 512 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 313 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 29 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 157 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 262 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 51 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sarhala
Sarhala 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 Sarhala
Sarhala 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Sarhala is about 26 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 Sarhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarhala 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 Sarhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarhala 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 Sarhala
Where is Sarhala located?
Sarhala village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarhala?
Sarhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarhala?
The pincode of Sarhala is 144221.
What is the population of Sarhala?
Sarhala has a total population of 622, including 313 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Sarhala?
There are 139 households in Sarhala.
What is the literacy rate in Sarhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarhala is 82.32%. Male literacy is 83.71% and female literacy is 80.91%.