Moor - Batala, Gurdaspur
Moor is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Moor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moor is 028524. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 143505 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Moor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moor
As per Census 2011, Moor village has a total population of 652 people, consisting of 333 males and 319 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | 333 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 250 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 83 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Moor
Moor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pindi Rori | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Bham | West | 2.22 km |
| Mehtewal | South | 2.35 km |
| Chak Wasan | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 2.63 km |
| Kiri Afgana | East | 3.24 km |
| Mahesh Dogar | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Khokharwal | South | 3.71 km |
| Harchowal | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Bahadarpur Rajoa | South-East | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moor
Moor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khudda Korala, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Moor is about 32 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 Moor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Moor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moor
Where is Moor located?
Moor village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moor?
Moor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moor?
The pincode of Moor is 143505.
What is the population of Moor?
Moor has a total population of 652, including 333 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Moor?
There are 125 households in Moor.
What is the literacy rate in Moor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moor is 70.25%. Male literacy is 75.08% and female literacy is 65.20%.