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.
Here you can discover what makes Dhal unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dhal’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 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.
Google Map of Dhal
Population of Dhal
According to the 2011 Census, Dhal has a total population of about 476, with approximately 241 males and 235 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 216 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 66.81%, with male literacy at about 69.71% and female literacy near 63.83%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.