Nadalon - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Nadalon is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Nadalon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadalon is 031784. The village covers a total geographical area of 675 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Nadalon 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 Nadalon
As per Census 2011, Nadalon village has a total population of 2,718 people, consisting of 1,365 males and 1,353 females. The village has 633 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,200 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 962 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nadalon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,718 | 1,365 | 1,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 493 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 2,200 | 1,170 | 1,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 195 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Nadalon
Nadalon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panjaur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Ajnoha | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Chahar | West | 2.56 km |
| Thandal | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Alawalpur | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Nangal | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Makhsuspur | East | 2.99 km |
| Todarpur Urf Theh Pachrali | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Baddon | North | 3.24 km |
| Ispur | East | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nadalon
Nadalon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahram, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Nadalon is about 35 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 Nadalon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadalon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nadalon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadalon 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 Nadalon
Where is Nadalon located?
Nadalon village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nadalon?
Nadalon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nadalon?
The pincode of Nadalon is 146021.
What is the population of Nadalon?
Nadalon has a total population of 2,718, including 1,365 males and 1,353 females.
How many households are there in Nadalon?
There are 633 households in Nadalon.
What is the literacy rate in Nadalon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadalon is 80.94%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 76.13%.