Tuto Mazara - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Tuto Mazara is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Tuto Mazara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuto Mazara is 031913. The village covers a total geographical area of 426 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Tuto Mazara 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 Tuto Mazara
According to the 2011 Census, Tuto Mazara village had a total population of 2,003 people, including 1,007 males and 996 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 89.41% and female literacy at 81.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 829.
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 | 2,003 | 1,007 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 91 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 829 | 417 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 819 | 729 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 188 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Tuto Mazara
Tuto Mazara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gandhowal | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Sadullapur Badhowan | South | 1.74 km |
| Dadewal | West | 1.82 km |
| Mugowal | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Mehngerwal | East | 2.15 km |
| Gujjarpur | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Dholron | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Langeri | West | 2.69 km |
| Raniala | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Haveli | North | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tuto Mazara
Tuto Mazara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tuto Mazara is about 30 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 Tuto Mazara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuto Mazara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tuto Mazara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuto Mazara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tuto Mazara
Where is Tuto Mazara located?
Tuto Mazara village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tuto Mazara?
Tuto Mazara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuto Mazara?
The pincode of Tuto Mazara is 146021.
What is the population of Tuto Mazara?
Tuto Mazara had a total population of 2,003, including 1,007 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Tuto Mazara?
Tuto Mazara had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tuto Mazara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuto Mazara was 85.71%. Male literacy was 89.41% and female literacy was 81.91%.