Meghowal
Meghowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Meghowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Meghowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Meghowal’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 Meghowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meghowal is 031921. The village spans a total geographical area of 543 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146109. Garhshankar is nearest town to Meghowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Meghowal
Population of Meghowal
According to the 2011 Census, Meghowal has a total population of about 1,818, with approximately 888 males and 930 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 720 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 76.13%, with male literacy at about 80.07% and female literacy near 72.37%. There are around 385 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Meghowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,818 | 888 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 83 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 351 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,384 | 711 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 177 | 257 |
Connectivity of Meghowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meghowal. As per the 2011 stats, Meghowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meghowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Meghowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meghowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meghowal
- Where is Meghowal located?
- Meghowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meghowal?
- Meghowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meghowal?
- The pincode of Meghowal is 146109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meghowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meghowal is 1,818, with 888 males and 930 females.
- How many households are there in Meghowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meghowal village has a total of 385 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meghowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meghowal is 76.13%. The male literacy rate is 80.07%, while the female literacy rate is 72.37%.