Tajpur - Raikot, Ludhiana
Tajpur is a village situated in the Raikot tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Tajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tajpur is 033724. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 141109 pincode. Raikot is the nearest town.
Tajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raikot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tajpur
As per Census 2011, Tajpur village has a total population of 2,568 people, consisting of 1,321 males and 1,247 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,910 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 998 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,568 | 1,321 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 129 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 998 | 515 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 1,910 | 1,035 | 875 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 286 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Tajpur
Tajpur 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 Tajpur
Tajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Tajpur is about 45 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 Tajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tajpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tajpur 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 Tajpur
Where is Tajpur located?
Tajpur village is located in Raikot Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tajpur?
Tajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tajpur?
The pincode of Tajpur is 141109.
What is the population of Tajpur?
Tajpur has a total population of 2,568, including 1,321 males and 1,247 females.
How many households are there in Tajpur?
There are 457 households in Tajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Tajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tajpur is 74.38%. Male literacy is 78.35% and female literacy is 70.17%.