Gahlarian - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Gahlarian is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Gahlrian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahlarian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahlarian is 031121. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Gahlarian 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 Gahlarian
According to the 2011 Census, Gahlarian village had a total population of 953 people, including 477 males and 476 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.26%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 85.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
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 | 953 | 477 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 52 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 72 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 773 | 398 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 79 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Gahlarian
Gahlarian 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 Gahlarian
Gahlarian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gahlarian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Gahlarian is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahlarian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahlarian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gahlarian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahlarian 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 Gahlarian
Where is Gahlarian located?
Gahlarian village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gahlarian?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahlarian is Gahlrian.
What is the pincode of Gahlarian?
The pincode of Gahlarian is 144532.
What is the population of Gahlarian?
Gahlarian had a total population of 953, including 477 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Gahlarian?
Gahlarian had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahlarian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahlarian was 89.26%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 85.03%.