Dhirpur - Jalandhar - II, Jalandhar
Dhirpur is a village situated in the Jalandhar - II tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - Ii and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Dhirpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhirpur is 030543. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 144803 pincode. Kartarpur is the nearest town.
Dhirpur 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 Dhirpur
As per Census 2011, Dhirpur village has a total population of 1,799 people, consisting of 935 males and 864 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 990 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhirpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,799 | 935 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 990 | 519 | 471 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 655 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 280 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Dhirpur
Dhirpur 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 Dhirpur
Public transport in the Dhirpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dhirpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Dhirpur is about 25 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 Dhirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhirpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dhirpur
Where is Dhirpur located?
Dhirpur village is located in Jalandhar - II Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhirpur?
Dhirpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhirpur?
The pincode of Dhirpur is 144803.
What is the population of Dhirpur?
Dhirpur has a total population of 1,799, including 935 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Dhirpur?
There are 356 households in Dhirpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhirpur is 65.93%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 61.46%.