Miani - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Miani is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Miani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miani is 029707. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 144624 pincode. Shahkot 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 Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Miani
According to the 2011 Census, Miani village had a total population of 692 people, including 372 males and 320 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.33%, with male literacy at 74.09% and female literacy at 54.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409.
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 | 692 | 372 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 219 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 243 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 129 | 171 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Miani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Miani is about 62 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Miani
Where is Miani located?
Miani village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar 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 144624.
What is the population of Miani?
Miani had a total population of 692, including 372 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Miani?
Miani had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Miani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miani was 65.33%. Male literacy was 74.09% and female literacy was 54.78%.