Phagon - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Phagon is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Bahowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phagon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phagon is 031873. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 144528 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Phagon 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 Phagon
According to the 2011 Census, Phagon village had a total population of 123 people, including 66 males and 57 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 65.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 24 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Phagon
Phagon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghaura | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Barian Khurd | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Chak Kataru | West | 1.94 km |
| Pathrala | South | 1.98 km |
| Barian Kalan | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Bahowal | North | 2.55 km |
| Chambal Kalan | West | 2.79 km |
| Langeri | South | 2.93 km |
| Dholron | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Daduwal | South-West | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phagon
Phagon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Phagon is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phagon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phagon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Phagon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phagon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phagon
Where is Phagon located?
Phagon village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phagon?
The Gram Panchayat of Phagon is Bahowal.
What is the pincode of Phagon?
The pincode of Phagon is 144528.
What is the population of Phagon?
Phagon had a total population of 123, including 66 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Phagon?
Phagon had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phagon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phagon was 70.37%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 65.38%.