Islampur - Dinanagar, Gurdaspur
Islampur is a village situated in the Dinanagar tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from Gurdaspur and around 17 km from Gurdaspur. Islampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Islampur is 027938. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 143526 pincode. Gurdaspur is the nearest town.
Islampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dina Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Islampur
According to the 2011 Census, Islampur village had a total population of 678 people, including 356 males and 322 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.10%, with male literacy at 87.74% and female literacy at 75.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 449.
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 | 678 | 356 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 242 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 272 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 84 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Islampur
Islampur 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 Islampur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Islampur. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Islampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Islampur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Islampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Islampur 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 Islampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Islampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Islampur
Where is Islampur located?
Islampur village is located in Dinanagar Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Islampur?
Islampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Islampur?
The pincode of Islampur is 143526.
What is the population of Islampur?
Islampur had a total population of 678, including 356 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Islampur?
Islampur had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Islampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Islampur was 82.10%. Male literacy was 87.74% and female literacy was 75.65%.