Noorpur - Batala, Gurdaspur
Noorpur is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Noorpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noorpur is 028542. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Noorpur 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 Noorpur
As per Census 2011, Noorpur village has a total population of 747 people, consisting of 389 males and 358 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Noorpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 389 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 273 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 116 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Noorpur
Noorpur 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 Noorpur
Noorpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Noorpur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Noorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noorpur 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 Noorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noorpur 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 Noorpur
Where is Noorpur located?
Noorpur village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Noorpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Noorpur is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Noorpur?
The pincode of Noorpur is 143527.
What is the population of Noorpur?
Noorpur has a total population of 747, including 389 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Noorpur?
There are 145 households in Noorpur.
What is the literacy rate in Noorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noorpur is 67.34%. Male literacy is 70.18% and female literacy is 64.25%.