Gazipur - Khanna, Ludhiana
Gazipur is a village situated in the Khanna tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khanna and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Gazipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gazipur is 033224. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 141414 pincode. Khanna is the nearest town.
Gazipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Gazipur village had a total population of 437 people, including 225 males and 212 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.93%, with male literacy at 81.64% and female literacy at 63.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 280.
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 | 437 | 225 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 141 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 169 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 56 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Gazipur
Gazipur 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 Gazipur
Gazipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gazipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ludhiana to Gazipur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gazipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gazipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gazipur
Where is Gazipur located?
Gazipur village is located in Khanna Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gazipur?
Gazipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gazipur?
The pincode of Gazipur is 141414.
What is the population of Gazipur?
Gazipur had a total population of 437, including 225 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Gazipur?
Gazipur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gazipur was 72.93%. Male literacy was 81.64% and female literacy was 63.54%.