Mutton - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Mutton is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Mutton village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mutton is 032378. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Mutton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mutton
According to the 2011 Census, Mutton village had a total population of 1,227 people, including 627 males and 600 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.86%, with male literacy at 85.34% and female literacy at 74.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 1,227 | 627 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 155 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 483 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 144 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Mutton
Mutton 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 Mutton
Mutton is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Mutton is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mutton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mutton 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 Mutton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mutton village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mutton
Where is Mutton located?
Mutton village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mutton?
Mutton is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mutton?
The pincode of Mutton is 144521.
What is the population of Mutton?
Mutton had a total population of 1,227, including 627 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Mutton?
Mutton had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mutton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mutton was 79.86%. Male literacy was 85.34% and female literacy was 74.12%.