Mianpur Handur - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Mianpur Handur is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Mianpur Hundur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mianpur Handur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mianpur Handur is 038527. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 140114 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Mianpur Handur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the S.a.s.nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mianpur Handur
According to the 2011 Census, Mianpur Handur village had a total population of 898 people, including 473 males and 425 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.88%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 76.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238.
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 | 898 | 473 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 377 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 96 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Mianpur Handur
Mianpur Handur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dadhi | West | 1.22 km |
| Hardo Namoh | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Jeowal | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Fatehpur Bunga | South | 2.31 km |
| Naulakha | West | 2.50 km |
| Pirthipur | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Baruwala | North | 3.45 km |
| Bhagwala | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Abadi Kiratpur Sahib | North-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mianpur Handur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mianpur Handur. The nearest railway station is Kiratpur Sahib, while the nearest airport is Shimla Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 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 Rupnagar to Mianpur Handur is about 37 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 Mianpur Handur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mianpur Handur 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 Mianpur Handur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mianpur Handur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mianpur Handur
Where is Mianpur Handur located?
Mianpur Handur village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mianpur Handur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mianpur Handur is Mianpur Hundur.
What is the pincode of Mianpur Handur?
The pincode of Mianpur Handur is 140114.
What is the population of Mianpur Handur?
Mianpur Handur had a total population of 898, including 473 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Mianpur Handur?
Mianpur Handur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mianpur Handur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mianpur Handur was 82.88%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 76.49%.