Lopa - Kalanaur, Gurdaspur
Lopa is a village situated in the Kalanaur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from Gurdaspur and around 32 km from Gurdaspur. Lopa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lopa is 027976. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Lopa 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 Lopa
According to the 2011 Census, Lopa village had a total population of 906 people, including 489 males and 417 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.82%, with male literacy at 70.24% and female literacy at 56.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 906 | 489 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 295 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 194 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Lopa
Lopa 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 Lopa
Public transport in the Lopa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Lopa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Lopa is about 32 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 Lopa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lopa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lopa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lopa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lopa
Where is Lopa located?
Lopa village is located in Kalanaur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lopa?
Lopa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lopa?
The pincode of Lopa is 143604.
What is the population of Lopa?
Lopa had a total population of 906, including 489 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Lopa?
Lopa had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lopa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lopa was 63.82%. Male literacy was 70.24% and female literacy was 56.44%.