Maheru
Maheru is a village located in Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Phagwara (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Kapurthala . As per 2009 stats, Maheru village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Maheru unique in its vibrant Phagwara-Kapurthala region. You’ll see Maheru’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Maheru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Maheru is 029644. The village spans a total geographical area of 510.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144401. Phagwara is nearest town to Maheru village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Maheru
Population of Maheru
According to the 2011 Census, Maheru has a total population of about 1,704, with approximately 884 males and 820 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,042 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.07%, with male literacy at about 74.10% and female literacy near 67.80%. There are around 336 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Maheru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,704 | 884 | 820 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 538 | 504 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,211 | 655 | 556 |
Illiterate Population | 493 | 229 | 264 |
Connectivity of Maheru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Maheru. As per the 2011 stats, Maheru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Maheru
Knowing the nearby villages of Maheru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Maheru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maheru
- Where is Maheru located?
- Maheru village is situated in Phagwara Tehsil, within the Kapurthala district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Maheru?
- Maheru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Maheru?
- The pincode of Maheru is 144401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Maheru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Maheru is 1,704, with 884 males and 820 females.
- How many households are there in Maheru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Maheru village has a total of 336 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Maheru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Maheru is 71.07%. The male literacy rate is 74.10%, while the female literacy rate is 67.80%.