Papin - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Papin is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Baupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papin is 031085. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Papin 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 Papin
According to the 2011 Census, Papin village had a total population of 260 people, including 120 males and 140 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 78.91%.
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 | 260 | 120 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 87 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 33 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Papin
Papin 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 Papin
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Papin. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Papin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Papin is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papin 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 Papin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papin 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 Papin
Where is Papin located?
Papin village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Papin?
The Gram Panchayat of Papin is Baupur.
What is the pincode of Papin?
The pincode of Papin is 146108.
What is the population of Papin?
Papin had a total population of 260, including 120 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Papin?
Papin had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papin was 80.00%. Male literacy was 81.31% and female literacy was 78.91%.