Quadian - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Quadian is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Qadian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Quadian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Quadian is 028923. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Quadian 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 Quadian
As per Census 2011, Quadian village has a total population of 601 people, consisting of 293 males and 308 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Quadian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 601 | 293 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 133 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 227 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 66 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Quadian
Quadian 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 Quadian
Public transport in the Quadian is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Quadian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Quadian is about 34 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 Quadian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Quadian 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 Quadian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Quadian 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 Quadian
Where is Quadian located?
Quadian village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Quadian?
The Gram Panchayat of Quadian is Qadian.
What is the pincode of Quadian?
The pincode of Quadian is 143604.
What is the population of Quadian?
Quadian has a total population of 601, including 293 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Quadian?
There are 116 households in Quadian.
What is the literacy rate in Quadian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Quadian is 72.21%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 67.21%.