Barapur
Barapur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Barapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barapur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Barapur’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 Barapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barapur is 032031. The village spans a total geographical area of 288 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Barapur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Barapur
Population of Barapur
According to the 2011 Census, Barapur has a total population of about 901, with approximately 479 males and 422 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 210 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 61.71%, with male literacy at about 68.27% and female literacy near 54.27%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 479 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 556 | 327 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 152 | 193 |
Connectivity of Barapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barapur. As per the 2011 stats, Barapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Barapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barapur
- Where is Barapur located?
- Barapur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barapur?
- Barapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barapur?
- The pincode of Barapur is 144523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barapur is 901, with 479 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Barapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barapur village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barapur is 61.71%. The male literacy rate is 68.27%, while the female literacy rate is 54.27%.