Tohlu - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Tohlu is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Tohlu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tohlu is 031304. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 144202 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Tohlu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tohlu
According to the 2011 Census, Tohlu village had a total population of 1,197 people, including 601 males and 596 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.40%, with male literacy at 91.15% and female literacy at 81.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 1,197 | 601 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 81 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 474 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 127 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Tohlu
Tohlu 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 Tohlu
Tohlu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tohlu 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 Tohlu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tohlu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tohlu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tohlu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tohlu
Where is Tohlu located?
Tohlu village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tohlu?
Tohlu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tohlu?
The pincode of Tohlu is 144202.
What is the population of Tohlu?
Tohlu had a total population of 1,197, including 601 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Tohlu?
Tohlu had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tohlu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tohlu was 86.40%. Male literacy was 91.15% and female literacy was 81.87%.