Nurpur
Nurpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Noorpur is the gram panchayat of Nurpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Nurpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Nurpur’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 Nurpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nurpur is 031850. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Mahilpur is nearest town to Nurpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nurpur
Population of Nurpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nurpur has a total population of about 957, with approximately 513 males and 444 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 282 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 52.04%, with male literacy at about 55.36% and female literacy near 48.20%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nurpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 498 | 284 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 229 | 230 |
Connectivity of Nurpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nurpur. As per the 2011 stats, Nurpur 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nurpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Nurpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nurpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nurpur
- Where is Nurpur located?
- Nurpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nurpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nurpur is Noorpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nurpur?
- The pincode of Nurpur is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nurpur is 957, with 513 males and 444 females.
- How many households are there in Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nurpur village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nurpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nurpur is 52.04%. The male literacy rate is 55.36%, while the female literacy rate is 48.20%.