Tajpur
Tajpur is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Tajpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tajpur unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Tajpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tajpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tajpur is 027489. The village spans a total geographical area of 201 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Pathankot is nearest town to Tajpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tajpur
Population of Tajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Tajpur has a total population of about 1,068, with approximately 544 males and 524 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 771 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.97%, with male literacy at about 79.78% and female literacy near 67.94%. There are around 219 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tajpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,068 | 544 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 64 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 771 | 384 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 790 | 434 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 110 | 168 |
Connectivity of Tajpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tajpur. As per the 2011 stats, Tajpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tajpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Tajpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tajpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tajpur
- Where is Tajpur located?
- Tajpur village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tajpur?
- Tajpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tajpur?
- The pincode of Tajpur is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tajpur is 1,068, with 544 males and 524 females.
- How many households are there in Tajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tajpur village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tajpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tajpur is 73.97%. The male literacy rate is 79.78%, while the female literacy rate is 67.94%.