Bachhowal - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Bachhowal is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Saroya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachhowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachhowal is 031193. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 144202 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Bachhowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachhowal
According to the 2011 Census, Bachhowal village had a total population of 168 people, including 80 males and 88 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.89%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 78.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 17 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Bachhowal
Bachhowal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bachhowal
Bachhowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bachhowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bachhowal is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachhowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachhowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachhowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachhowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bachhowal
Where is Bachhowal located?
Bachhowal village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachhowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhowal is Saroya.
What is the pincode of Bachhowal?
The pincode of Bachhowal is 144202.
What is the population of Bachhowal?
Bachhowal had a total population of 168, including 80 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Bachhowal?
Bachhowal had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachhowal was 82.89%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 78.75%.