Mukandpur - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Mukandpur is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Mukandpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukandpur is 033520. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 141206 pincode. Maloud is the nearest town.
Mukandpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mukandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mukandpur village had a total population of 1,462 people, including 779 males and 683 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.27%, with male literacy at 86.78% and female literacy at 76.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 498.
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 | 1,462 | 779 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 45 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 269 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 637 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 142 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Mukandpur
Mukandpur 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 Mukandpur
Mukandpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ludhiana to Mukandpur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukandpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukandpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mukandpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukandpur 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 Mukandpur
Where is Mukandpur located?
Mukandpur village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mukandpur?
Mukandpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mukandpur?
The pincode of Mukandpur is 141206.
What is the population of Mukandpur?
Mukandpur had a total population of 1,462, including 779 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Mukandpur?
Mukandpur had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mukandpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukandpur was 82.27%. Male literacy was 86.78% and female literacy was 76.96%.