Dhal

Dhal is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dhal village is also a gram panchayat.

Dhal 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 Dhal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhal is 031235. The village spans a total geographical area of 86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Dhal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Dhal

Below is a concise population overview of Dhal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 476 241 235
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 33 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 216 111 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 318 168 150
Illiterate Population 158 73 85

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dhal village:

  • The total population of Dhal village is around 476, including approximately 241 males and 235 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Dhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dhal village has 216 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dhal village is about 66.81%, with male literacy at 69.71% and female literacy at 63.83%.
  • There are around 78 households in Dhal village.

Connectivity of Dhal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhal. As per the 2011 stats, Dhal 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dhal

Knowing the nearby villages of Dhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhal.

Jharing Kallowal Mehadpur Pandori Musa Jhareriana Hardo Khondpur Budha Bar Biggowal Kasra Wan Sudhari Liddar

Frequently Asked Questions about Dhal

Where is Dhal located?
Dhal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhal?
Dhal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dhal?
The pincode of Dhal is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhal is 476, with 241 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Dhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhal village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhal is 66.81%. The male literacy rate is 69.71%, while the female literacy rate is 63.83%.