Zahidpur - Batala, Gurdaspur
Zahidpur is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Kiri Afgana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Zahidpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zahidpur is 028509. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Zahidpur 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 Zahidpur
According to the 2011 Census, Zahidpur village had a total population of 85 people, including 46 males and 39 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.25%, with male literacy at 62.86% and female literacy at 48.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Zahidpur
Zahidpur 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 Zahidpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Zahidpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Zahidpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Zahidpur 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 Zahidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zahidpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Zahidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zahidpur 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 Zahidpur
Where is Zahidpur located?
Zahidpur village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Zahidpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Zahidpur is Kiri Afgana.
What is the pincode of Zahidpur?
The pincode of Zahidpur is 143506.
What is the population of Zahidpur?
Zahidpur had a total population of 85, including 46 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Zahidpur?
Zahidpur had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zahidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zahidpur was 56.25%. Male literacy was 62.86% and female literacy was 48.28%.