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.
Here you can discover what makes Mehindwani unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Mehindwani’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 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.
Google Map of Mehindwani
Population of Mehindwani
According to the 2011 Census, Mehindwani has a total population of about 2,361, with approximately 1,192 males and 1,169 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 293 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 370 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 67.30%, with male literacy at about 75.67% and female literacy near 58.77%. There are around 491 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehindwani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.