Sahota - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Sahota is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Sahota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahota is 031203. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 144202 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Sahota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sahota
According to the 2011 Census, Sahota village had a total population of 455 people, including 211 males and 244 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.16%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 86.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 455 | 211 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 174 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 37 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Sahota
Sahota 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 Sahota
Sahota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sahota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sahota 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 Sahota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahota 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 Sahota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahota 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 Sahota
Where is Sahota located?
Sahota village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahota?
Sahota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahota?
The pincode of Sahota is 144202.
What is the population of Sahota?
Sahota had a total population of 455, including 211 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sahota?
Sahota had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahota was 89.16%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 86.73%.