Gagar - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Gagar is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Gagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagar is 031264. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Gagar 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 Gagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gagar village had a total population of 548 people, including 281 males and 267 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.21%, with male literacy at 93.57% and female literacy at 84.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 548 | 281 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 233 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 48 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gagar
Gagar 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 Gagar
Gagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gagar.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Gagar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagar 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 Gagar
Where is Gagar located?
Gagar village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagar?
Gagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gagar?
The pincode of Gagar is 144211.
What is the population of Gagar?
Gagar had a total population of 548, including 281 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Gagar?
Gagar had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagar was 89.21%. Male literacy was 93.57% and female literacy was 84.71%.