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Purkhowal (268) Village, Garhshankar Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Purkhowal (268) 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
Purkhowal (268) is a village in Garhshankar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. For Purkhowal (268), the population is 944, PIN code is 144528 and Census village code is 32002. 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 Purkhowal (268) Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 32002 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 144528 |
| Population | 944 |
| Households | 189 |
| Area | 141 ha / 1.41 sq. km / 348 acres |
| Population density | 670 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 963 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Garhshankar (4 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 144528. This helps users verify the postal area for Purkhowal (268), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 144528 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Rampur Bilron SO, Badesron BO, Birampur BO, Fateh Pur Khurd BO, Kukkran BO, and Moela Wahidpur BO |
| Best matching post office | Rampur Bilron SO (Post 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
Purkhowal (268) comes under Purkhowal gram panchayat and Garhshankar C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Garhshankar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Garhshankar at 13 km. The Census district headquarters, Hoshiarpur, is 44 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 | 268 |
| C.D. Block code | 41 |
| Block panchayat code | 41 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Purkhowal (268) village and its household count.
Total population
944 residents in 189 households
Male population
481
Female population
463
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 588; 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
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Available; count: 1
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
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.
| Community health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health centre | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
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 | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Not available in village |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Not available in village |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| 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 | 128 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 127 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 1 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 127 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 13 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.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Garhshankar, 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Garhshankar, 5-10 km away. |
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| Commercial bank | 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 within 5 km. |
How to Reach Purkhowal (268)
Garhshankar (4 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 (4 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Garhshankar (13 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
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 32002
- India Post PIN code search 144528
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Purkhowal (268). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Private Primary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Community Health Centre | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 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 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 1 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Covered Well | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Uncovered Well | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Pucca Drainage Uncovered | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Rural Production Centres or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the Village | Available |
| Rural Production Mart or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the Village | 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 Purkhowal (268) village located?
Purkhowal (268) is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Hoshiarpur.
Which Tehsil is Purkhowal (268) in?
Purkhowal (268) is in Garhshankar Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Purkhowal (268) in?
District: Hoshiarpur.
What is the village code of Purkhowal (268)?
The Census village code of Purkhowal (268) is 32002.
What is the PIN code of Purkhowal (268)?
The PIN code reported for Purkhowal (268) is 144528.
What is the population of Purkhowal (268)?
Purkhowal (268) has 944 residents in 189 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Purkhowal (268) part of?
Purkhowal (268) comes under Purkhowal gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Purkhowal (268)?
The nearest statutory town to Purkhowal (268) is Garhshankar (4 km).
Which crops are grown in Purkhowal (268)?
The main crops reported for Purkhowal (268) are Wheat.
What land-use details are available for Purkhowal (268)?
Land-use details for Purkhowal (268) include net area sown: 128 hectares, irrigated area: 127 hectares, and unirrigated area: 1 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Purkhowal (268)?
Government primary school status for Purkhowal (268) is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Purkhowal (268)?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Purkhowal (268)?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Purkhowal (268)?
The total geographical area of Purkhowal (268) is 141 hectares.
How many households are in Purkhowal (268)?
Purkhowal (268) has 189 households as per Census 2011.
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