Dadial - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Dadial is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dadial village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadial is 031943. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 146110 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Dadial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dadial
As per Census 2011, Dadial village has a total population of 1,199 people, consisting of 618 males and 581 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 925 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,199 | 618 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 270 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 493 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 125 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Dadial
Dadial 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 Dadial
Dadial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dadial.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Dadial is about 32 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 Dadial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dadial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dadial
Where is Dadial located?
Dadial village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadial?
Dadial is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dadial?
The pincode of Dadial is 146110.
What is the population of Dadial?
Dadial has a total population of 1,199, including 618 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Dadial?
There are 286 households in Dadial.
What is the literacy rate in Dadial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadial is 77.15%. Male literacy is 79.77% and female literacy is 74.35%.