Dhido Katrala - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Dhido Katrala is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Dhido Katrala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhido Katrala is 031131. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Dhido Katrala 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 Dhido Katrala
According to the 2011 Census, Dhido Katrala village had a total population of 155 people, including 77 males and 78 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.61%, with male literacy at 98.59% and female literacy at 84.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dhido Katrala
Dhido Katrala 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 Dhido Katrala
Dhido Katrala 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 Dhido Katrala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhido Katrala is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhido Katrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhido Katrala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhido Katrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhido Katrala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhido Katrala
Where is Dhido Katrala located?
Dhido Katrala village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhido Katrala?
Dhido Katrala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhido Katrala?
The pincode of Dhido Katrala is 144532.
What is the population of Dhido Katrala?
Dhido Katrala had a total population of 155, including 77 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Dhido Katrala?
Dhido Katrala had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhido Katrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhido Katrala was 91.61%. Male literacy was 98.59% and female literacy was 84.72%.