Mehandpur
Mehandpur is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Mehandpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehandpur unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Mehandpur’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 Mehandpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehandpur is 032507. The village spans a total geographical area of 314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144526. Balachaur is nearest town to Mehandpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mehandpur
Population of Mehandpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mehandpur has a total population of about 1,816, with approximately 940 males and 876 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 785 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 70.04%, with male literacy at about 75.53% and female literacy near 64.16%. There are around 399 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehandpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 940 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 105 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 400 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,272 | 710 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 230 | 314 |
Connectivity of Mehandpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehandpur. As per the 2011 stats, Mehandpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehandpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehandpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehandpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehandpur
- Where is Mehandpur located?
- Mehandpur village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehandpur?
- Mehandpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehandpur?
- The pincode of Mehandpur is 144526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehandpur is 1,816, with 940 males and 876 females.
- How many households are there in Mehandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehandpur village has a total of 399 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehandpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehandpur is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 75.53%, while the female literacy rate is 64.16%.