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
According to the 2011 Census, Kassupur village had a total population of 570 people, including 297 males and 273 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.21%, with male literacy at 79.77% and female literacy at 66.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 404.
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 | 570 | 297 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 570, including 297 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Kassupur?
Kassupur had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kassupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kassupur was 73.21%. Male literacy was 79.77% and female literacy was 66.12%.