Nangal - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Nangal is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Nangal Awana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nangal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nangal is 031200. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Nangal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nangal
As per Census 2011, Nangal village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 241 males and 246 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nangal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 241 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 115 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 199 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 42 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Nangal
Nangal 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 Nangal
Nangal 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 Nangal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nangal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nangal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nangal 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 Nangal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nangal 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 Nangal
Where is Nangal located?
Nangal village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nangal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nangal is Nangal Awana.
What is the pincode of Nangal?
The pincode of Nangal is 146108.
What is the population of Nangal?
Nangal has a total population of 487, including 241 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Nangal?
There are 105 households in Nangal.
What is the literacy rate in Nangal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nangal is 82.14%. Male literacy is 82.57% and female literacy is 81.71%.