Gondpur - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Gondpur is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Gondpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondpur is 030898. The village covers a total geographical area of 358 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Gondpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gondpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gondpur village had a total population of 1,368 people, including 667 males and 701 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.87%, with male literacy at 95.32% and female literacy at 90.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 515.
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 | 1,368 | 667 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 238 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 570 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 97 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Gondpur
Gondpur 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 Gondpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gondpur.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Gondpur is about 30 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 Gondpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondpur 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 Gondpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gondpur
Where is Gondpur located?
Gondpur village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondpur?
Gondpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gondpur?
The pincode of Gondpur is 144221.
What is the population of Gondpur?
Gondpur had a total population of 1,368, including 667 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Gondpur?
Gondpur had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gondpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondpur was 92.87%. Male literacy was 95.32% and female literacy was 90.58%.