Ugrupur - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Ugrupur is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Fattuwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ugrupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugrupur is 029508. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.21 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Ugrupur 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 Ugrupur
As per Census 2011, Ugrupur village has a total population of 739 people, consisting of 386 males and 353 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ugrupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 386 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 303 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 83 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Ugrupur
Ugrupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarjitpur | East | 1.48 km |
| Shahjahanpur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Depewal | West | 2.15 km |
| Bara Budh Singh | West | 2.16 km |
| Lohian Khas | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Karamjitpur | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Jakopur Khurd | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Miranpur | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Rampur Jagir | East | 3.30 km |
| Mokha | North-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ugrupur
Ugrupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lohian Khas Jn, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kapurthala to Ugrupur 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 Ugrupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugrupur 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 Ugrupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugrupur 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 Ugrupur
Where is Ugrupur located?
Ugrupur village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ugrupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ugrupur is Fattuwal.
What is the pincode of Ugrupur?
The pincode of Ugrupur is 144626.
What is the population of Ugrupur?
Ugrupur has a total population of 739, including 386 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Ugrupur?
There are 142 households in Ugrupur.
What is the literacy rate in Ugrupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugrupur is 74.83%. Male literacy is 78.50% and female literacy is 70.82%.