Mehngerwal
Mehngerwal 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, Mehngerwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehngerwal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Mehngerwal’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 Mehngerwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehngerwal is 031922. The village spans a total geographical area of 292 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146109. Garhshankar is nearest town to Mehngerwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehngerwal
Population of Mehngerwal
According to the 2011 Census, Mehngerwal has a total population of about 971, with approximately 496 males and 475 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 446 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 77.45%, with male literacy at about 82.46% and female literacy near 72.21%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehngerwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 971 | 496 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 239 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 752 | 409 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 87 | 132 |
Connectivity of Mehngerwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehngerwal. As per the 2011 stats, Mehngerwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehngerwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehngerwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehngerwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehngerwal
- Where is Mehngerwal located?
- Mehngerwal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehngerwal?
- Mehngerwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehngerwal?
- The pincode of Mehngerwal is 146109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehngerwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehngerwal is 971, with 496 males and 475 females.
- How many households are there in Mehngerwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehngerwal village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehngerwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehngerwal is 77.45%. The male literacy rate is 82.46%, while the female literacy rate is 72.21%.