Rupa - Samrala, Ludhiana
Rupa is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Rupa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupa is 033157. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 141412 pincode. Samrala is the nearest town.
Rupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rupa
According to the 2011 Census, Rupa village had a total population of 471 people, including 259 males and 212 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.96%, with male literacy at 89.70% and female literacy at 83.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 471 | 259 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 26 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 84 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 209 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Rupa
Rupa 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 Rupa
Rupa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rupa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ludhiana to Rupa 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 Rupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupa 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 Rupa
Where is Rupa located?
Rupa village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rupa?
Rupa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupa?
The pincode of Rupa is 141412.
What is the population of Rupa?
Rupa had a total population of 471, including 259 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Rupa?
Rupa had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupa was 86.96%. Male literacy was 89.70% and female literacy was 83.82%.