Nurpur - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Nurpur is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dharowali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nurpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nurpur is 028912. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Nurpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nurpur
As per Census 2011, Nurpur village has a total population of 283 people, consisting of 158 males and 125 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 79 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nurpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 158 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 117 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 41 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Nurpur
Nurpur 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 Nurpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nurpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Nurpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nurpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nurpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nurpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nurpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nurpur
Where is Nurpur located?
Nurpur village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nurpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nurpur is Dharowali.
What is the pincode of Nurpur?
The pincode of Nurpur is 143604.
What is the population of Nurpur?
Nurpur has a total population of 283, including 158 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Nurpur?
There are 59 households in Nurpur.
What is the literacy rate in Nurpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nurpur is 72.08%. Male literacy is 74.05% and female literacy is 69.60%.