Mahmud Pura - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Mahmud Pura is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Mehmood Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahmud Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahmud Pura is 037772. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 143504 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Mahmud Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahmud Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Mahmud Pura village had a total population of 606 people, including 315 males and 291 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.67%, with male literacy at 76.26% and female literacy at 66.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 606 | 315 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 212 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 103 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Mahmud Pura
Mahmud Pura 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 Mahmud Pura
Mahmud Pura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahmud Pura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Mahmud Pura is about 35 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 Mahmud Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahmud Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahmud Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahmud Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahmud Pura
Where is Mahmud Pura located?
Mahmud Pura village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahmud Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahmud Pura is Mehmood Pura.
What is the pincode of Mahmud Pura?
The pincode of Mahmud Pura is 143504.
What is the population of Mahmud Pura?
Mahmud Pura had a total population of 606, including 315 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Mahmud Pura?
Mahmud Pura had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahmud Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahmud Pura was 71.67%. Male literacy was 76.26% and female literacy was 66.79%.