Jamalpur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Jamalpur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Jamalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur is 031251. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur
As per Census 2011, Jamalpur village has a total population of 237 people, consisting of 121 males and 116 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 101 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 20 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Jamalpur
Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur
Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur.
| 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 Jamalpur is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur
Where is Jamalpur located?
Jamalpur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur?
The pincode of Jamalpur is 146108.
What is the population of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur has a total population of 237, including 121 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur?
There are 40 households in Jamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur is 73.42%. Male literacy is 83.47% and female literacy is 62.93%.