Passi Karora - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Passi Karora is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Passi Karora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Passi Karora is 031265. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Passi Karora 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 Passi Karora
According to the 2011 Census, Passi Karora village had a total population of 518 people, including 261 males and 257 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.62%, with male literacy at 86.50% and female literacy at 80.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 362.
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 | 518 | 261 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 24 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 179 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 205 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 56 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Passi Karora
Passi Karora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asaf Pur | West | 0.96 km |
| Kando Karora | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Nar Naul | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Ghagwal | South | 1.73 km |
| Niku Chak | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Shekha Mata | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Badhailan | West | 2.43 km |
| Bharath | West | 2.57 km |
| Chikarial | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Gera | North | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Passi Karora
Passi Karora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mukerian, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Passi Karora is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Passi Karora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Passi Karora 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Passi Karora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Passi Karora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Passi Karora
Where is Passi Karora located?
Passi Karora village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Passi Karora?
Passi Karora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Passi Karora?
The pincode of Passi Karora is 146108.
What is the population of Passi Karora?
Passi Karora had a total population of 518, including 261 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Passi Karora?
Passi Karora had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Passi Karora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Passi Karora was 83.62%. Male literacy was 86.50% and female literacy was 80.54%.