Bao Pur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Bao Pur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Baupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bao Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bao Pur is 031083. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Bao Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bao Pur
As per Census 2011, Bao Pur village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 223 males and 195 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bao Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 223 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 175 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 48 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Bao Pur
Bao Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amir Pur | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Bagrohi | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Chak Wal | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Moth Sarai | West | 1.26 km |
| Mehndi Pur | North | 1.30 km |
| Abdulla Pur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Mauli | North | 2.42 km |
| Kishanpur | West | 2.49 km |
| Samrai | East | 2.60 km |
| Talwandi Khurd | North | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bao Pur
Public transport in the Bao Pur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mukerian, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bao Pur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bao Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bao Pur 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 Bao Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bao Pur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bao Pur
Where is Bao Pur located?
Bao Pur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bao Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bao Pur is Baupur.
What is the pincode of Bao Pur?
The pincode of Bao Pur is 144532.
What is the population of Bao Pur?
Bao Pur has a total population of 418, including 223 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Bao Pur?
There are 88 households in Bao Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Bao Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bao Pur is 73.68%. Male literacy is 78.48% and female literacy is 68.21%.