Data - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Data is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Data village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Data is 031787. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 144519 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Data 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 Data
As per Census 2011, Data village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 210 males and 230 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Data are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 210 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 162 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 48 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Data
Data 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 Data
Data is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Data.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Data is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Data
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Data 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Data
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Data village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Data
Where is Data located?
Data village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Data?
Data is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Data?
The pincode of Data is 144519.
What is the population of Data?
Data has a total population of 440, including 210 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Data?
There are 99 households in Data.
What is the literacy rate in Data?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Data is 76.14%. Male literacy is 77.14% and female literacy is 75.22%.