Mehndi Pur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Mehndi Pur 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Mehndipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehndi Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehndi Pur is 031086. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Mehndi Pur 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 Mehndi Pur
As per Census 2011, Mehndi Pur village has a total population of 1,120 people, consisting of 538 males and 582 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehndi Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 538 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 407 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 131 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Mehndi Pur
Mehndi Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagrohi | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Mauli | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Bao Pur | South | 1.30 km |
| Abdulla Pur | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Talwandi Khurd | North | 1.70 km |
| Moth Sarai | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Amir Pur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Kale Bagh | North | 2.10 km |
| Chak Wal | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Kishanpur | South-West | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehndi Pur
Mehndi Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mukerian, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mehndi Pur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehndi Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehndi Pur 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 Mehndi Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehndi Pur 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 Mehndi Pur
Where is Mehndi Pur located?
Mehndi Pur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehndi Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehndi Pur is Mehndipur.
What is the pincode of Mehndi Pur?
The pincode of Mehndi Pur is 144211.
What is the population of Mehndi Pur?
Mehndi Pur has a total population of 1,120, including 538 males and 582 females.
How many households are there in Mehndi Pur?
There are 251 households in Mehndi Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Mehndi Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehndi Pur is 71.34%. Male literacy is 75.65% and female literacy is 67.35%.