Phagon

Phagon is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bahowal is the gram panchayat of Phagon village.

Phagon 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 Phagon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Phagon is 031873. The village spans a total geographical area of 68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Garhshankar is nearest town to Phagon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Phagon

Below is a concise population overview of Phagon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 123 66 57
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 10 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 99 53 46
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 76 42 34
Illiterate Population 47 24 23

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Phagon village:

  • The total population of Phagon village is around 123, including approximately 66 males and 57 females, with a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Phagon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Phagon village has 99 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Phagon village is about 61.79%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 59.65%.
  • There are around 24 households in Phagon village.

Connectivity of Phagon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Phagon. As per the 2011 stats, Phagon 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Phagon

Knowing the nearby villages of Phagon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Phagon.

Pathrala Bharta Ganeshpur Nangal Khurd Baghaura Buro Bari Bahowal Sherpur Dhakon Nangal Khilarian Bhuno

Frequently Asked Questions about Phagon

Where is Phagon located?
Phagon village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phagon?
The Gram Panchayat of Phagon is Bahowal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Phagon?
The pincode of Phagon is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Phagon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phagon is 123, with 66 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Phagon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phagon village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phagon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phagon is 61.79%. The male literacy rate is 63.64%, while the female literacy rate is 59.65%.