Taharpur

Taharpur is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Taharpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Taharpur unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Taharpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Taharpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taharpur is 037759. The village spans a total geographical area of 344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143114. Jandiala is nearest town to Taharpur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Taharpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Majitha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Taharpur

According to the 2011 Census, Taharpur has a total population of about 1,296, with approximately 675 males and 621 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.96%, with male literacy at about 65.04% and female literacy near 58.62%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taharpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,296 675 621
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 128 70 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 273 140 133
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 803 439 364
Illiterate Population 493 236 257

Connectivity of Taharpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Taharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Taharpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Taharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taharpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Taharpur

Where is Taharpur located?
Taharpur village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taharpur?
Taharpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Taharpur?
The pincode of Taharpur is 143114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Taharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taharpur is 1,296, with 675 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Taharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taharpur village has a total of 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taharpur is 61.96%. The male literacy rate is 65.04%, while the female literacy rate is 58.62%.