Blopur - Rajpura, Patiala
Blopur is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Ballopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Blopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Blopur is 036923. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 140417 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Blopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Blopur
According to the 2011 Census, Blopur village had a total population of 480 people, including 262 males and 218 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.64%, with male literacy at 83.13% and female literacy at 75.38%.
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 | 480 | 262 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 202 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 60 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Blopur
Blopur 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 Blopur
Blopur 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 Blopur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Blopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Blopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Blopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Blopur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Blopur
Where is Blopur located?
Blopur village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Blopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Blopur is Ballopur.
What is the pincode of Blopur?
The pincode of Blopur is 140417.
What is the population of Blopur?
Blopur had a total population of 480, including 262 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Blopur?
Blopur had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Blopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Blopur was 79.64%. Male literacy was 83.13% and female literacy was 75.38%.