Kaharpur
Kaharpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kaharpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kaharpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kaharpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kaharpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaharpur is 031849. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Kaharpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kaharpur
Population of Kaharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kaharpur has a total population of about 957, with approximately 481 males and 476 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 96 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 399 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.98%, with male literacy at about 81.08% and female literacy near 66.81%. There are around 207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaharpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 481 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 40 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 194 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 708 | 390 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 91 | 158 |
Connectivity of Kaharpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kaharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kaharpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaharpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaharpur
- Where is Kaharpur located?
- Kaharpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaharpur?
- Kaharpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kaharpur?
- The pincode of Kaharpur is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaharpur is 957, with 481 males and 476 females.
- How many households are there in Kaharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaharpur village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaharpur is 73.98%. The male literacy rate is 81.08%, while the female literacy rate is 66.81%.