Kassupur - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Kassupur is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Kasupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kassupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kassupur is 029839. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 144701 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Kassupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kassupur
As per Census 2011, Kassupur village has a total population of 570 people, consisting of 297 males and 273 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kassupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 570 | 297 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 209 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 88 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Kassupur
Kassupur 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 Kassupur
Kassupur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kassupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Kassupur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kassupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kassupur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kassupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kassupur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kassupur
Where is Kassupur located?
Kassupur village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kassupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kassupur is Kasupur.
What is the pincode of Kassupur?
The pincode of Kassupur is 144701.
What is the population of Kassupur?
Kassupur has a total population of 570, including 297 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Kassupur?
There are 101 households in Kassupur.
What is the literacy rate in Kassupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kassupur is 64.74%. Male literacy is 70.37% and female literacy is 58.61%.