Wazidpur - Bassi Pathana, Fatehgarh Sahib
Wazidpur is a village situated in the Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bassi Pathana and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Bazidpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wazidpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wazidpur is 032611. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 140412 pincode. Bassi Pathana is the nearest town.
Wazidpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi pathana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wazidpur
According to the 2011 Census, Wazidpur village had a total population of 886 people, including 471 males and 415 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.33%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 78.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 886 | 471 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 352 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 119 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Wazidpur
Wazidpur 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 Wazidpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Wazidpur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Wazidpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Wazidpur is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wazidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wazidpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wazidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wazidpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wazidpur
Where is Wazidpur located?
Wazidpur village is located in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Wazidpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Wazidpur is Bazidpur.
What is the pincode of Wazidpur?
The pincode of Wazidpur is 140412.
What is the population of Wazidpur?
Wazidpur had a total population of 886, including 471 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Wazidpur?
Wazidpur had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wazidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wazidpur was 81.33%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 78.36%.