Noon - Gurdaspur
Noon is a village situated in the Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurdaspur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Noon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noon is 028497. The village covers a total geographical area of 319 hectares and falls under the 143517 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Noon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Qadian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Noon
As per Census 2011, Noon village has a total population of 911 people, consisting of 481 males and 430 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 340 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Noon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 911 | 481 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 77 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 326 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 155 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Noon
Noon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Budha Bela | East | 1.38 km |
| Munan | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Fattu Barkat | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Miani Malahan | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Phulara | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Khawaja Bains | South | 2.97 km |
| Dhakar | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Sunch | West | 3.34 km |
| Aulakh | West | 3.35 km |
| Bhogia | East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Noon
Noon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garna Sahib, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| 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 Noon is about 33 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 Noon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Noon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Noon
Where is Noon located?
Noon village is located in Gurdaspur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Noon?
Noon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Noon?
The pincode of Noon is 143517.
What is the population of Noon?
Noon has a total population of 911, including 481 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Noon?
There are 166 households in Noon.
What is the literacy rate in Noon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noon is 62.68%. Male literacy is 67.78% and female literacy is 56.98%.