Mehrowal
Mehrowal 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 33km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Mehrowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Mehrowal 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 Mehrowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehrowal is 031902. The village spans a total geographical area of 84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144520. Garhshankar is nearest town to Mehrowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehrowal
Population of Mehrowal
Below is a concise population overview of Mehrowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 267 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 179 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 382 | 215 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 52 | 81 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mehrowal village:
- The total population of Mehrowal village is around 515, including approximately 267 males and 248 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Mehrowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mehrowal village has 347 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Mehrowal village is about 74.17%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 67.34%.
- There are around 111 households in Mehrowal village.
Connectivity of Mehrowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehrowal. As per the 2011 stats, Mehrowal 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 Mehrowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehrowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehrowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehrowal
- Where is Mehrowal located?
- Mehrowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehrowal?
- Mehrowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehrowal?
- The pincode of Mehrowal is 144520, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehrowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehrowal is 515, with 267 males and 248 females.
- How many households are there in Mehrowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehrowal village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehrowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehrowal is 74.17%. The male literacy rate is 80.52%, while the female literacy rate is 67.34%.