Hoshiarpur
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| ?Hoshiarpur Punjab • India |
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| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Area • Elevation |
• 296 m (971 ft) |
| District(s) | Hoshiarpur |
| Population | 148,243 (2001) |
Coordinates: Hoshiarpur is a city and a municipal council in Hoshiarpur district in the Indian state of Punjab. It was founded, according to tradition, during the early part of the 4th century. In 1809 it was occupied by the forces of Maharaja Karanvir Singh and was united under the greater state of Punjab. Hoshiarpur is also known as an ancient manufacturing town where colourful lacquer (formerly ivory) finished plastic inlay furniture is made.
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[edit] Geography
Hoshiarpur is located at [1]. It has an average elevation of 296 metres (971 feet). Hoshiarpur district is located in the north-east part of the Indian state of Punjab. It falls in the Jalandhar Revenue Division and is situated in the Bist Doab portion of the Doaba region. Its coordinates lie at North Latitude 30 Degree-9 and 32 degree-05 and East Longitude 75 degree -32 and 76 degree -12’. Hoshiarpur shares a common boundary with Kangra and Una districts of Himachal Pardesh in the north east. In the southwest, it borders the Jalandhar and Kapurthala districts of Punjab and in the northwest it borders Gurdaspur District (of Punjab).
[edit] Demographics
As of 2001 India census[2], Hoshiarpur had a population of 148,243. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Hoshiarpur has an average literacy rate of 78%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 81%, and female literacy is 76%. In Hoshiarpur, 11% of the population is under 6 years of age.
- Female per 1000 male 935
- Density of population ( per km².) 439
- Percentage increase in population (1991-2001) 13.81
[edit] Area
At present, Hoshiarpur has an area of 3198.2 km².
- Total area ( km².) 3,365
- Total No. of villages. 1,426
[edit] Climate
The district of Hoshiarpur has a mild climate compared to other districts in the state of Punjab. Much of this is due to the abundance of hilly terrain and sizeable forest cover. Temperatures drop as low as -5oC in the winter.
The pattern of seasons in the district is similar to that of other districts in Punjab, except slight variations at the terminals. The year may be divided into three main seasons in the district of Hoshiarpur. The summer season sets in April and lasts up to end of June, to be taken over by the rainy season (during which time it becomes hot and humid). The rainy season sets in the beginning of July and lasts up till September's end. The winter season starts after the rains are over from October and lasts up until March's end. May and June are the hottest months of the year in Hoshiarpur (during which time mercury is known to cross 45 °C).
Moreover, the local climate here is very suitable for citrus fruit cultivation and a large area is covered with the same. Although, Hoshiarpur has always been known for the distinctive variety of Mangoes (As is referred in this popular Punjabi song: "Ambiyaan nu tarsengi shadd ke des doaba").
[edit] Rainfall
The total average rain fall within Hoshiarpur is 1125 mm. Broadly speaking, 75% of the rainfall is experienced within the period between July and September. 15% of the total rainfall is experienced in the winter months of January and February during which time the climate is under the influence of western disturbances in the Persian Gulf. Hail storms may occur in the closing period of winter.
[edit] Sub-Divisions
The District of Hoshiarpur comprises four sub-divisions, ten development blocks, eight municipal councils and one notified area committee, as per details given below:
[edit] Administrative Divisions
- Hoshiarpur
- Dasuya
- Mukerian
- Garhshankar
[edit] Development Blocks
- Hoshiarpur-I
- Hoshiarpur-II
- Bhunga
- Tanda
- Dasuya
- Mukerian
- Talwara
- Hajipur
- Mahilpur
- Garhdiwala
- Garhshankar
[edit] Municipal Councils
- Hoshiarpur
- Hariana
- Tanda
- Khudda
- Dasuya'
- Mukerian
- Garhdiwala
- ShamChaurasi
- Garhshankar
[edit] NOTIFIED AREA COMMITTEE
- Mahilpur
[edit] District Administration
- The Deputy Commissioner, an officer belonging to the Indian Administrative Service, is in-charge of the General Administration in the district. He is assisted by a number of officers belonging to Punjab Civil Service and other Punjab state services.
- The Senior Superintendent of Police, an officer belonging to the Indian Police Service, is responsible for maintaining law & order in the district. He is assisted by the officers of the Punjab Police Service and other Punjab police officials.
- The Divisional Forest Officer, an officer belonging to the Indian Forest Service, is responsible for the management of the forests, environment and wildlife in the district. He is assisted by the officers of the Punjab Forest Service and other Punjab forest officials and Punjab wildlife officials.
- Sectoral development is looked after by the district head/officer of each development department such as PWD, Health, Education, Agriculture, Animal husbandry, etc. These officers are from various Punjab state services.
[edit] Notable Institutions
- Hoshiarpur was home to the famous Punjab University for short duration after partition which is known as Government college now. One of its well-known alumni is Mr Manmohan Singh, the present Prime Minister of India.
- The town has famous Institution named as Vishveshvaranand Institute of Sanskrit and Indological Studies (VSIS) at Sadhu Ashram on Hoshiarpur Una road. The Central Government is mulling to give university status to this prominent institution.
[edit] Famous People from Hoshiarpur
- Dr. Manmohan Singh, PM of India is the alumnii of the Govt. College Hoshiarpur.
- Lord Swaraj Paul, a successful businessman from United Kingdom belongs to this district.
- Noted Punjabi Folk and popular singer Manmohan Waris is from Halluwal village in this district.
- Famous Punjabi music director Sukshinder Shinda belongs to a village called Dhmiya in Hoshiarpor district.
- Noted Punjabi Folk and popular singer Late Kulwinder Dhillon was born and brought up in this district.
- Noted Punjabi Folk and popular singer Shankar Shawney is from Kamalpur area of the city.
- Former Pakistani air force chief kaleem sadaat.
- J.P.SINGH, the only Sikh businessman in Chile, South America.
- Mogambo or Amrish Puri, a noted artist in Bollywood, had studied at D.A.V. College Hoshiarpur.
- Former President of India, Late Giani Zail Singh, was associated with Hoshiarpur for a good period of his life.
- Gauri Khan (Chhibber) wife of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan was born in Hoshiarpur.Her father moved to Delhi when she was kid still her cousins live in Hoshiarpur.
Sant Baba Jawala Singh ji lived in village harkhowal, near Hoshiarpur, for a good period of his life.
[edit] References
- ^ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Hoshiarpur
- ^ Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns. (Provisional). Census Commission of India. Retrieved on 2007-09-03.
