Rupowal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Rupowal is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Roopowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rupowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupowal is 030873. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Rupowal 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 Rupowal
As per Census 2011, Rupowal village has a total population of 1,002 people, consisting of 503 males and 499 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 763 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,002 | 503 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 272 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 397 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 106 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Rupowal
Rupowal 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 Rupowal
Rupowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Rupowal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rupowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rupowal
Where is Rupowal located?
Rupowal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rupowal is Roopowal.
What is the pincode of Rupowal?
The pincode of Rupowal is 144207.
What is the population of Rupowal?
Rupowal has a total population of 1,002, including 503 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Rupowal?
There are 202 households in Rupowal.
What is the literacy rate in Rupowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupowal is 76.15%. Male literacy is 78.93% and female literacy is 73.35%.