Barapur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Barapur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Barapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barapur is 032031. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 144526 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Barapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barapur
As per Census 2011, Barapur village has a total population of 901 people, consisting of 479 males and 422 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 479 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 327 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 152 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Barapur
Barapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunail | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Kot | North | 2.03 km |
| Saddarpur | West | 2.52 km |
| Maira | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Shahpur | West | 2.97 km |
| Bholewal | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Chhuchhewal | East | 3.22 km |
| Torowal | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Rattanpur | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Bhambian | South-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barapur
Public transport in the Barapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Barapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barapur
Where is Barapur located?
Barapur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barapur?
Barapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barapur?
The pincode of Barapur is 144526.
What is the population of Barapur?
Barapur has a total population of 901, including 479 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Barapur?
There are 177 households in Barapur.
What is the literacy rate in Barapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barapur is 61.71%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 54.27%.