Sark Wal - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Sark Wal is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Sehrkowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sark Wal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sark Wal is 031247. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 144524 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Sark Wal 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 Sark Wal
According to the 2011 Census, Sark Wal village had a total population of 724 people, including 371 males and 353 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.45%, with male literacy at 93.97% and female literacy at 82.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279.
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 | 724 | 371 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 140 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 296 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 75 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sark Wal
Sark Wal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arthe Wal | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Bariowal | North | 0.88 km |
| Badhan | South | 1.26 km |
| Dewal | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Saroya | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Biggowa | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Bariana | South | 2.27 km |
| Kasrawan | West | 2.33 km |
| Bhavnal | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Wajeeran | South-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sark Wal
Sark Wal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhangala, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sark Wal is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sark Wal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sark Wal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sark Wal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sark Wal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sark Wal
Where is Sark Wal located?
Sark Wal village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sark Wal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sark Wal is Sehrkowal.
What is the pincode of Sark Wal?
The pincode of Sark Wal is 144524.
What is the population of Sark Wal?
Sark Wal had a total population of 724, including 371 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Sark Wal?
Sark Wal had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sark Wal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sark Wal was 88.45%. Male literacy was 93.97% and female literacy was 82.97%.