Desalpur - Jalandhar - II, Jalandhar
Desalpur is a village situated in the Jalandhar - II tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - Ii and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Desalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Desalpur is 030443. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 144002 pincode. Jalandhar is the nearest town.
Desalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar central Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Desalpur
As per Census 2011, Desalpur village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 318 males and 325 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Desalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 318 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 158 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 245 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 73 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Desalpur
Desalpur 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 Desalpur
Desalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Desalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Desalpur is about 13 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 Desalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Desalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Desalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Desalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Desalpur
Where is Desalpur located?
Desalpur village is located in Jalandhar - II Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Desalpur?
Desalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Desalpur?
The pincode of Desalpur is 144002.
What is the population of Desalpur?
Desalpur has a total population of 643, including 318 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Desalpur?
There are 129 households in Desalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Desalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Desalpur is 72.16%. Male literacy is 77.04% and female literacy is 67.38%.