Alampur - Samana, Patiala
Alampur is a village situated in the Samana tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samana and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Alampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alampur is 036180. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 147101 pincode. Samana is the nearest town.
Alampur 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 Alampur
As per Census 2011, Alampur village has a total population of 1,441 people, consisting of 764 males and 677 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 708 literate and 733 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,441 | 764 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 112 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 421 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 343 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Alampur
Alampur 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 Alampur
Alampur 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 Patiala to Alampur is about 42 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 Alampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alampur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alampur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alampur
Where is Alampur located?
Alampur village is located in Samana Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alampur?
Alampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alampur?
The pincode of Alampur is 147101.
What is the population of Alampur?
Alampur has a total population of 1,441, including 764 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Alampur?
There are 257 households in Alampur.
What is the literacy rate in Alampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alampur is 49.13%. Male literacy is 55.10% and female literacy is 42.39%.