Mehindwani

Mehindwani 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 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Mehandwani is the gram panchayat of Mehindwani village.

Mehindwani 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 Mehindwani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehindwani is 032011. The village spans a total geographical area of 854 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Mehindwani village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Mehindwani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,361 1,192 1,169
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 293 158 135
Scheduled Castes (SC) 370 189 181
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,589 902 687
Illiterate Population 772 290 482

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

  • The total population of Mehindwani village is around 2,361, including approximately 1,192 males and 1,169 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 293 children aged 0–6 years in Mehindwani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mehindwani village has 370 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Mehindwani village is about 67.30%, with male literacy at 75.67% and female literacy at 58.77%.
  • There are around 491 households in Mehindwani village.

Connectivity of Mehindwani

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

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

Nearby Villages of Mehindwani

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mehindwani

Where is Mehindwani located?
Mehindwani village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehindwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehindwani is Mehandwani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mehindwani?
The pincode of Mehindwani is 144523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mehindwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehindwani is 2,361, with 1,192 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Mehindwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mehindwani village has a total of 491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehindwani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehindwani is 67.30%. The male literacy rate is 75.67%, while the female literacy rate is 58.77%.