Taharpur - Batala, Gurdaspur
Taharpur 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 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Taharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taharpur is 028523. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Taharpur 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 Taharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Taharpur village had a total population of 54 people, including 27 males and 27 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.84%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 92.00%.
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 | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Taharpur
Taharpur 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 Taharpur
Public transport in the Taharpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Taharpur.
| 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 Taharpur 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 Taharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Taharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taharpur 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 Taharpur
Where is Taharpur located?
Taharpur village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Taharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Taharpur is Moor.
What is the pincode of Taharpur?
The pincode of Taharpur is 143506.
What is the population of Taharpur?
Taharpur had a total population of 54, including 27 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Taharpur?
Taharpur had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taharpur was 91.84%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 92.00%.