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
As per Census 2011, Sahota village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 211 males and 244 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 211 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 455, including 211 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sahota?
There are 99 households in Sahota.
What is the literacy rate in Sahota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahota is 81.32%. Male literacy is 82.46% and female literacy is 80.33%.