Bidhipur - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Bidhipur is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Bidhipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidhipur is 029405. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.55 hectares and falls under the 144628 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Bidhipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bidhipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bidhipur village had a total population of 951 people, including 509 males and 442 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.57%, with male literacy at 83.84% and female literacy at 70.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 951 | 509 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 125 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 389 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 120 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Bidhipur
Bidhipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daula | South | 1.19 km |
| Aamanipur | East | 1.81 km |
| Lau | South | 2.26 km |
| Patti Bakarpur | South | 2.33 km |
| Talwandi Chaudhrian | West | 2.38 km |
| Masit | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Nuro Wal | North | 3.10 km |
| Shikarpur | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Khokhar Kadim Jadid | South | 3.59 km |
| Jagnaik | North-West | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bidhipur
Bidhipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dudwindi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bidhipur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bidhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidhipur 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 Bidhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidhipur 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 Bidhipur
Where is Bidhipur located?
Bidhipur village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidhipur?
Bidhipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bidhipur?
The pincode of Bidhipur is 144628.
What is the population of Bidhipur?
Bidhipur had a total population of 951, including 509 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Bidhipur?
Bidhipur had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bidhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidhipur was 77.57%. Male literacy was 83.84% and female literacy was 70.49%.