Kot Puransingh - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Kot Puransingh is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Mann serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot Puransingh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot Puransingh is 029672. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.23 hectares and falls under the 144632 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Kot Puransingh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot Puransingh
According to the 2011 Census, Kot Puransingh village had a total population of 113 people, including 64 males and 49 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 766 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 69.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 49 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kot Puransingh
Kot Puransingh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thakar Ki | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Man | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Sunran Rajputan | West | 1.81 km |
| Kirpalpur | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Bhanoki | South | 2.27 km |
| Khera | East | 2.43 km |
| Narang Shahpur | North | 2.59 km |
| Atholi | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Khuni Kiar | South | 3.03 km |
| Nihalgarh | South | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kot Puransingh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kot Puransingh. The nearest railway station is Phagwara Jn, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kapurthala to Kot Puransingh is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kot Puransingh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kot Puransingh 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 Kot Puransingh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kot Puransingh 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 Kot Puransingh
Where is Kot Puransingh located?
Kot Puransingh village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kot Puransingh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot Puransingh is Mann.
What is the pincode of Kot Puransingh?
The pincode of Kot Puransingh is 144632.
What is the population of Kot Puransingh?
Kot Puransingh had a total population of 113, including 64 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Kot Puransingh?
Kot Puransingh had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot Puransingh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot Puransingh was 79.59%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 69.05%.