Mehdud

Mehdud 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 39km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Mehdood is the gram panchayat of Mehdud village.

Mehdud has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Mehdud

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehdud is 031949. The village spans a total geographical area of 686 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144530. Garhshankar is nearest town to Mehdud village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mehdud

Below is a concise population overview of Mehdud as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 825 429 396
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 114 60 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 481 264 217
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 552 323 229
Illiterate Population 273 106 167

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehdud village:

  • The total population of Mehdud village is around 825, including approximately 429 males and 396 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Mehdud village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mehdud village has 481 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mehdud village is about 66.91%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 57.83%.
  • There are around 171 households in Mehdud village.

Connectivity of Mehdud

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehdud. As per the 2011 stats, Mehdud had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Mehdud

Knowing the nearby villages of Mehdud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehdud.

Jassowal Bathal Helar Badowal Lasara Gajjar Bharatpur Rajputan Abhowal Kukran Hyatpur Bariana

Frequently Asked Questions about Mehdud

Where is Mehdud located?
Mehdud village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehdud?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehdud is Mehdood (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehdud?
The pincode of Mehdud is 144530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehdud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehdud is 825, with 429 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Mehdud as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehdud village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehdud as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehdud is 66.91%. The male literacy rate is 75.29%, while the female literacy rate is 57.83%.