Kartarpur - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Kartarpur is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Kartarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kartarpur is 038437. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 140117 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Kartarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kartarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kartarpur village had a total population of 1,571 people, including 827 males and 744 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.11%, with male literacy at 85.79% and female literacy at 63.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 190.
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 | 1,571 | 827 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 109 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 100 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 616 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 211 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Kartarpur
Kartarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nurpur Khurd | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Gurse Majra | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Jatauli | South | 2.26 km |
| Hiyatpur | West | 2.31 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Sukhe Majra | North | 2.75 km |
| Saupur | North | 2.94 km |
| Rure Majra | East | 2.99 km |
| Singhpur | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Kangar | South-East | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kartarpur
Kartarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anandpur Sahib, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Kartarpur 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 Kartarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kartarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kartarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kartarpur 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 Kartarpur
Where is Kartarpur located?
Kartarpur village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kartarpur?
Kartarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kartarpur?
The pincode of Kartarpur is 140117.
What is the population of Kartarpur?
Kartarpur had a total population of 1,571, including 827 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Kartarpur?
Kartarpur had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kartarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kartarpur was 75.11%. Male literacy was 85.79% and female literacy was 63.62%.