Wahidpur
Wahidpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Wahidpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Wahidpur 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 Wahidpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wahidpur is 031964. The village spans a total geographical area of 308 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Wahidpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Wahidpur
Population of Wahidpur
Below is a concise population overview of Wahidpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 710 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 55 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 303 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 556 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 154 | 190 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wahidpur village:
- The total population of Wahidpur village is around 1,358, including approximately 710 males and 648 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Wahidpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wahidpur village has 588 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Wahidpur village is about 74.67%, with male literacy at 78.31% and female literacy at 70.68%.
- There are around 324 households in Wahidpur village.
Connectivity of Wahidpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wahidpur. As per the 2011 stats, Wahidpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wahidpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Wahidpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wahidpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wahidpur
- Where is Wahidpur located?
- Wahidpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wahidpur?
- Wahidpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Wahidpur?
- The pincode of Wahidpur is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wahidpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wahidpur is 1,358, with 710 males and 648 females.
- How many households are there in Wahidpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wahidpur village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wahidpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wahidpur is 74.67%. The male literacy rate is 78.31%, while the female literacy rate is 70.68%.