Mullewal Khera - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Mullewal Khera is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Mulewal Khaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mullewal Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mullewal Khera is 029834. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Mullewal Khera 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 Mullewal Khera
As per Census 2011, Mullewal Khera village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 302 males and 338 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mullewal Khera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 302 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 212 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 90 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Mullewal Khera
Mullewal Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mulewal Brahmna | North | 0.91 km |
| Mianwal Arian | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Khanpur Rajputan | East | 1.55 km |
| Kohar Kalan | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Hirpur Saudan | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Mulewal Arian | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Innowal | East | 1.96 km |
| Shekhewal | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Namajipur | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Jafarwal | South | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mullewal Khera
Mullewal Khera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mulewal Khaihra, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Mullewal Khera is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mullewal Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mullewal Khera 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 Mullewal Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mullewal Khera 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 Mullewal Khera
Where is Mullewal Khera located?
Mullewal Khera village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mullewal Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Mullewal Khera is Mulewal Khaira.
What is the pincode of Mullewal Khera?
The pincode of Mullewal Khera is 144702.
What is the population of Mullewal Khera?
Mullewal Khera has a total population of 640, including 302 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Mullewal Khera?
There are 125 households in Mullewal Khera.
What is the literacy rate in Mullewal Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mullewal Khera is 66.41%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 63.02%.