Nirpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Nirpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Noorpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirpur is 031850. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 146106 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Nirpur 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 Nirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nirpur village had a total population of 957 people, including 513 males and 444 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.14%, with male literacy at 62.69% and female literacy at 55.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282.
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 | 957 | 513 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 156 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 284 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 229 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Nirpur
Nirpur 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 Nirpur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Nirpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nirpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Nirpur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirpur 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 Nirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nirpur
Where is Nirpur located?
Nirpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nirpur is Noorpur.
What is the pincode of Nirpur?
The pincode of Nirpur is 146106.
What is the population of Nirpur?
Nirpur had a total population of 957, including 513 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Nirpur?
Nirpur had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirpur was 59.14%. Male literacy was 62.69% and female literacy was 55.01%.