Todarpur - Samana, Patiala
Todarpur is a village situated in the Samana tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samana and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Todarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Todarpur is 036194. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 147101 pincode. Samana is the nearest town.
Todarpur 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 Todarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Todarpur village had a total population of 945 people, including 490 males and 455 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.35%, with male literacy at 76.46% and female literacy at 59.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 284.
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 | 945 | 490 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 145 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 328 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 162 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Todarpur
Todarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dullar | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Rajla | South | 1.52 km |
| Kakra | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Fatehpur | West | 1.99 km |
| Asarpur | North | 2.52 km |
| Mavi Sapan | East | 2.73 km |
| Kotla Nasru | South | 2.79 km |
| Lalgarh | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Dhanauri | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Kamashpur | South | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Todarpur
Todarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhablan, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Todarpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Todarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Todarpur 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 Todarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Todarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Todarpur
Where is Todarpur located?
Todarpur village is located in Samana Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Todarpur?
Todarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Todarpur?
The pincode of Todarpur is 147101.
What is the population of Todarpur?
Todarpur had a total population of 945, including 490 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Todarpur?
Todarpur had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Todarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Todarpur was 68.35%. Male literacy was 76.46% and female literacy was 59.75%.