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.
Here you can discover what makes Wahidpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Wahidpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Wahidpur has a total population of about 1,358, with approximately 710 males and 648 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 588 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.67%, with male literacy at about 78.31% and female literacy near 70.68%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wahidpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.