Rasulpur - Dinanagar, Gurdaspur
Rasulpur is a village situated in the Dinanagar tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from Gurdaspur and around 19 km from Gurdaspur. Rasulpur Rangran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasulpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasulpur is 027889. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 143533 pincode. Dina Nagar is the nearest town.
Rasulpur 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 Rasulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rasulpur village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 576 males and 543 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.66%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 71.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 1,119 | 576 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 415 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 161 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Rasulpur
Rasulpur 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 Rasulpur
Rasulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Rasulpur is about 19 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 Rasulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rasulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasulpur 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 Rasulpur
Where is Rasulpur located?
Rasulpur village is located in Dinanagar Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rasulpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasulpur is Rasulpur Rangran.
What is the pincode of Rasulpur?
The pincode of Rasulpur is 143533.
What is the population of Rasulpur?
Rasulpur had a total population of 1,119, including 576 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Rasulpur?
Rasulpur had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasulpur was 77.66%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 71.16%.