Miani - Tanda, Hoshiarpur
Miani is a village situated in the Tanda tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Dasua and around 41 km from Hoshiarpur. Miani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miani is 030718. The village covers a total geographical area of 1337 hectares and falls under the 144216 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Miani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Miani
According to the 2011 Census, Miani village had a total population of 7,626 people, including 3,751 males and 3,875 females, living in 1,790 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.35%, with male literacy at 84.65% and female literacy at 74.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,400.
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 | 7,626 | 3,751 | 3,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 872 | 481 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,400 | 737 | 663 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,359 | 2,768 | 2,591 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,267 | 983 | 1,284 |
Nearby Villages of Miani
Miani 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 Miani
Miani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Miani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Miani is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Miani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Miani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Miani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Miani
Where is Miani located?
Miani village is located in Tanda Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Miani?
Miani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Miani?
The pincode of Miani is 144216.
What is the population of Miani?
Miani had a total population of 7,626, including 3,751 males and 3,875 females.
How many households are there in Miani?
Miani had 1,790 households.
What is the literacy rate in Miani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miani was 79.35%. Male literacy was 84.65% and female literacy was 74.37%.