Mehtab Pur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Mehtab Pur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Mehtabpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehtab Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehtab Pur is 031161. The village covers a total geographical area of 902 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Mehtab 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 Mehtab Pur
As per Census 2011, Mehtab Pur village has a total population of 3,151 people, consisting of 1,550 males and 1,601 females. The village has 659 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,310 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 524 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehtab Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,151 | 1,550 | 1,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 210 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 257 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 2,310 | 1,186 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 364 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Mehtab Pur
Mehtab 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haler Dalpat Urf Musabpur | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Chak Bhaian | East | 2.09 km |
| Khera | North | 2.14 km |
| Lad Pur | East | 2.28 km |
| Jagatpur Kalan | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Bhadana | West | 2.60 km |
| Salehrian Kalan | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Palaki | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Tanda | South | 2.84 km |
| Sadullapur Kalota | South | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehtab Pur
Mehtab Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhangala, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mehtab Pur is about 65 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 Mehtab Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehtab Pur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mehtab 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 Mehtab Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mehtab Pur
Where is Mehtab Pur located?
Mehtab Pur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehtab Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehtab Pur is Mehtabpur.
What is the pincode of Mehtab Pur?
The pincode of Mehtab Pur is 144211.
What is the population of Mehtab Pur?
Mehtab Pur has a total population of 3,151, including 1,550 males and 1,601 females.
How many households are there in Mehtab Pur?
There are 659 households in Mehtab Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Mehtab Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehtab Pur is 73.31%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 70.21%.