Taipur - Patran, Patiala
Taipur is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Taipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taipur is 036241. The village covers a total geographical area of 596 hectares and falls under the 147105 pincode. Patran is the nearest town.
Taipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taipur
As per Census 2011, Taipur village has a total population of 1,524 people, consisting of 811 males and 713 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 995 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 546 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,524 | 811 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 106 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 282 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 995 | 572 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 239 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Taipur
Taipur 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 Taipur
Taipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Patiala to Taipur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taipur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taipur
Where is Taipur located?
Taipur village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taipur?
Taipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taipur?
The pincode of Taipur is 147105.
What is the population of Taipur?
Taipur has a total population of 1,524, including 811 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Taipur?
There are 270 households in Taipur.
What is the literacy rate in Taipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taipur is 65.29%. Male literacy is 70.53% and female literacy is 59.33%.