Naurangpur - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Naurangpur is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Narangpur Hansi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naurangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naurangpur is 029720. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Naurangpur 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 Naurangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Naurangpur village had a total population of 599 people, including 310 males and 289 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.60%, with male literacy at 77.00% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 599 | 310 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 221 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 89 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Naurangpur
Naurangpur 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 Naurangpur
Public transport in the Naurangpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Naurangpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Naurangpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naurangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naurangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naurangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naurangpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naurangpur
Where is Naurangpur located?
Naurangpur village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naurangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Naurangpur is Narangpur Hansi.
What is the pincode of Naurangpur?
The pincode of Naurangpur is 144702.
What is the population of Naurangpur?
Naurangpur had a total population of 599, including 310 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Naurangpur?
Naurangpur had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naurangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naurangpur was 73.60%. Male literacy was 77.00% and female literacy was 69.92%.