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
According to the 2011 Census, Quadian village had a total population of 601 people, including 293 males and 308 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.43%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 75.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
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 | 601 | 293 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 133 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 601, including 293 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Quadian?
Quadian had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Quadian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Quadian was 81.43%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 75.55%.