Attal Garh - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Attal Garh is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Attalgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Attal Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Attal Garh is 031093. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Attal Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Attal Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Attal Garh village had a total population of 1,856 people, including 948 males and 908 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.51%, with male literacy at 77.58% and female literacy at 69.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 635.
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 | 1,856 | 948 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 321 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,207 | 647 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 301 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Attal Garh
Attal Garh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalas | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Khichian | North | 1.71 km |
| Tanda Ram Sahai | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Dugri Raj Puttan | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Golra | West | 1.95 km |
| Bhattian Jattan | South | 2.54 km |
| Bhatian Raj Putan | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Abdulla Pur | West | 2.94 km |
| Lola | South | 3.00 km |
| Pawar | North | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Attal Garh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Attal Garh. The nearest railway station is Mukerian, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Attal Garh is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Attal Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Attal Garh 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 Attal Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Attal Garh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Attal Garh
Where is Attal Garh located?
Attal Garh village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Attal Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Attal Garh is Attalgarh.
What is the pincode of Attal Garh?
The pincode of Attal Garh is 144532.
What is the population of Attal Garh?
Attal Garh had a total population of 1,856, including 948 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Attal Garh?
Attal Garh had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Attal Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Attal Garh was 73.51%. Male literacy was 77.58% and female literacy was 69.31%.