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Village code 31921
Meghowal (296) Village, Garhshankar Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Meghowal (296) is a village in Garhshankar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Meghowal (296) is a village in Garhshankar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. For Meghowal (296), the population is 1,818, PIN code is 146109 and Census village code is 31921. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Meghowal (296) Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 31921 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 146109 |
| Population | 1,818 |
| Households | 385 |
| Area | 543 ha / 5.43 sq. km / 1,342 acres |
| Population density | 335 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1047 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Garhshankar (6 km) |
| Current state | Punjab |
| Census 2011 state | Punjab |
| Current district | Hoshiarpur |
| Census 2011 district | Hoshiarpur |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 146109. This helps users verify the postal area for Meghowal (296), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 146109 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Meghowal BO, Tuto Mazara SO, Gandhowal BO, Jandiala BO, Jiwanpur Jattan BO, and Langeri BO |
| Best matching post office | Meghowal BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 10 |
| Postal district | Hoshiarpur |
| Postal state | Punjab |
| Postal division | Hoshiarpur Division |
| Postal circle | Punjab Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Meghowal (296) comes under Meghowal gram panchayat and Mahilpur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Garhshankar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Garhshankar at 12 km. The Census district headquarters, Hoshiarpur, is 30 km away.
| Current state | Punjab |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Punjab |
| Current district | Hoshiarpur |
| Census 2011 district | Hoshiarpur |
| State code | 3 |
| District code | 38 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 217 |
| Gram panchayat code | 296 |
| C.D. Block code | 40 |
| Block panchayat code | 40 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Meghowal (296) village and its household count.
Total population
1,818 residents in 385 households
Male population
888
Female population
930
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 720; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Available; count: 1
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Dispensary | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Available |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Not available in village |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Available |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Not available in village |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 12 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 13 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 443 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 302 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 141 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 302 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 70 hectares |
| Main crop | Wheat |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Meghowal (296)
Garhshankar (6 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Garhshankar is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Garhshankar (6 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Garhshankar (12 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Not available in village |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Punjab government website Official state/UT portal
- Hoshiarpur district administration Official district portal
- Jamabandi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 31921
- India Post PIN code search 146109
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Meghowal (296). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Hospital Allopathic | 1 |
| Hospital Allopathic Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Hospital Allopathic Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Hospital Allopathic Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Hospital Allopathic Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Dispensary | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Dispensary Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meghowal (296) village located?
Meghowal (296) is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Hoshiarpur.
Which Tehsil is Meghowal (296) in?
Meghowal (296) is in Garhshankar Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Meghowal (296) in?
District: Hoshiarpur.
What is the village code of Meghowal (296)?
The Census village code of Meghowal (296) is 31921.
What is the PIN code of Meghowal (296)?
The PIN code reported for Meghowal (296) is 146109.
What is the population of Meghowal (296)?
Meghowal (296) has 1,818 residents in 385 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Meghowal (296) part of?
Meghowal (296) comes under Meghowal gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Meghowal (296)?
The nearest statutory town to Meghowal (296) is Garhshankar (6 km).
Which crops are grown in Meghowal (296)?
The main crops reported for Meghowal (296) are Wheat.
What land-use details are available for Meghowal (296)?
Land-use details for Meghowal (296) include net area sown: 443 hectares, irrigated area: 302 hectares, and unirrigated area: 141 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Meghowal (296)?
Government primary school status for Meghowal (296) is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Meghowal (296)?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Meghowal (296)?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Meghowal (296)?
The total geographical area of Meghowal (296) is 543 hectares.
How many households are in Meghowal (296)?
Meghowal (296) has 385 households as per Census 2011.
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