Bau Pur - Nakodar, Jalandhar
Bau Pur is a village situated in the Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakodar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Baupur ( Dona ) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bau Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bau Pur is 029875. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 144701 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Bau 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 Nakodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bau Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Bau Pur village had a total population of 153 people, including 85 males and 68 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.92%, with male literacy at 63.01% and female literacy at 71.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 153 | 85 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 39 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Bau Pur
Bau Pur 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 Bau Pur
Bau Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Bau Pur 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 Bau Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bau Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bau 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 Bau Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bau Pur
Where is Bau Pur located?
Bau Pur village is located in Nakodar Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bau Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bau Pur is Baupur ( Dona ).
What is the pincode of Bau Pur?
The pincode of Bau Pur is 144701.
What is the population of Bau Pur?
Bau Pur had a total population of 153, including 85 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Bau Pur?
Bau Pur had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bau Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bau Pur was 66.92%. Male literacy was 63.01% and female literacy was 71.67%.