Singh Pur - Nakodar, Jalandhar
Singh Pur is a village situated in the Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakodar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Singhpur Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Singh Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singh Pur is 029981. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 144041 pincode. Nakodar is the nearest town.
Singh 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 Singh Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Singh Pur village had a total population of 1,035 people, including 537 males and 498 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.77%, with male literacy at 86.40% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 478.
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 | 1,035 | 537 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 248 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 394 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 143 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Singh Pur
Singh 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 Singh Pur
Singh Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Singh Pur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Singh Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singh Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singh 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 Singh Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Singh Pur
Where is Singh Pur located?
Singh Pur village is located in Nakodar Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singh Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Singh Pur is Singhpur Bet.
What is the pincode of Singh Pur?
The pincode of Singh Pur is 144041.
What is the population of Singh Pur?
Singh Pur had a total population of 1,035, including 537 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Singh Pur?
Singh Pur had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Singh Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singh Pur was 79.77%. Male literacy was 86.40% and female literacy was 72.73%.