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
According to the 2011 Census, Rupowal village had a total population of 1,002 people, including 503 males and 499 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.97%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 81.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 565.
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 | 1,002 | 503 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 56 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 272 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,002, including 503 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Rupowal?
Rupowal had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rupowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupowal was 84.97%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 81.15%.