Mularwal - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Mularwal is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Parsota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mularwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mularwal is 031884. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 144528 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Mularwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mularwal
As per Census 2011, Mularwal village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 32 males and 29 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mularwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Mularwal
Mularwal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mautian | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Manolian | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Chambal Kalan | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Makhangaeh | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Untwal | West | 1.81 km |
| Barian Kalan | East | 1.83 km |
| Subhanpur | North | 1.86 km |
| Rakhial | South | 1.87 km |
| Nauneetpur | North | 1.95 km |
| Chak Kataru | South-East | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mularwal
Mularwal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Mularwal is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mularwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mularwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mularwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mularwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mularwal
Where is Mularwal located?
Mularwal village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mularwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mularwal is Parsota.
What is the pincode of Mularwal?
The pincode of Mularwal is 144528.
What is the population of Mularwal?
Mularwal has a total population of 61, including 32 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Mularwal?
There are 14 households in Mularwal.
What is the literacy rate in Mularwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mularwal is 72.13%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 62.07%.