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
According to the 2011 Census, Taipur village had a total population of 1,524 people, including 811 males and 713 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.64%, with male literacy at 81.13% and female literacy at 67.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 546.
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 | 1,524 | 811 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 106 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 282 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,524, including 811 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Taipur?
Taipur had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taipur was 74.64%. Male literacy was 81.13% and female literacy was 67.36%.