Dad
Dad is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dad unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dad’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 Dad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dad is 031078. The village spans a total geographical area of 79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Dad village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dad
Population of Dad
According to the 2011 Census, Dad has a total population of about 285, with approximately 147 males and 138 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.25%, with male literacy at about 82.31% and female literacy near 73.91%. There are around 67 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 147 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 223 | 121 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Connectivity of Dad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dad. As per the 2011 stats, Dad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dad
Knowing the nearby villages of Dad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dad
- Where is Dad located?
- Dad village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dad?
- Dad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dad?
- The pincode of Dad is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dad is 285, with 147 males and 138 females.
- How many households are there in Dad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dad village has a total of 67 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dad is 78.25%. The male literacy rate is 82.31%, while the female literacy rate is 73.91%.