Railly - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Railly is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Railli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Railly village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Railly is 031113. The village covers a total geographical area of 216 hectares and falls under the 144202 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Railly 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 Railly
As per Census 2011, Railly village has a total population of 1,778 people, consisting of 874 males and 904 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,401 literate and 377 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Railly are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,778 | 874 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 173 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 703 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 171 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Railly
Railly 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhallowal | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Khizerpr | South | 1.19 km |
| Parelian | East | 1.77 km |
| Bambowal | South | 2.26 km |
| Mohri Chak | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Singhowal | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Jugial | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Sandhwal | North | 2.65 km |
| Begpur Kamloo | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Badhailan | East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Railly
Railly 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 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Railly 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 Railly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Railly 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Railly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Railly village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Railly
Where is Railly located?
Railly village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Railly?
The Gram Panchayat of Railly is Railli.
What is the pincode of Railly?
The pincode of Railly is 144202.
What is the population of Railly?
Railly has a total population of 1,778, including 874 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Railly?
There are 376 households in Railly.
What is the literacy rate in Railly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Railly is 78.80%. Male literacy is 80.43% and female literacy is 77.21%.