Malwandi - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Malwandi is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. Haveli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malwandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malwandi is 031864. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 144526 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Malwandi 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.
Nearby Villages of Malwandi
Malwandi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladhewal | North | 0.76 km |
| Haveli | South | 0.82 km |
| Ghamiala | North | 1.22 km |
| Kaharpur | East | 1.63 km |
| Dholron | South | 1.89 km |
| Haluwal | East | 2.01 km |
| Chandeli | North | 2.08 km |
| Kaindowal | North | 2.10 km |
| Mugowal | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Alamwal | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malwandi
Malwandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Mahilpur to Malwandi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malwandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malwandi 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malwandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malwandi 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 Malwandi
Where is Malwandi located?
Malwandi village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malwandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Malwandi is Haveli.
What is the pincode of Malwandi?
The pincode of Malwandi is 144526.