Saupur - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Saupur is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Saupur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saupur is 038433. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 140128 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Saupur 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 Saupur
As per Census 2011, Saupur village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 275 males and 261 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saupur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 275 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 182 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 93 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Saupur
Saupur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samirowal | North | 0.90 km |
| Singhpur | East | 0.92 km |
| Sukhe Majra | West | 1.17 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Mukari | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Gurse Majra | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Lasari | East | 2.06 km |
| Mawa | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Barian | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Kartarpur | South | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saupur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Saupur. The nearest railway station is Anandpur Sahib, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Saupur is about 34 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 Saupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saupur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saupur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saupur
Where is Saupur located?
Saupur village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saupur?
Saupur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saupur?
The pincode of Saupur is 140128.
What is the population of Saupur?
Saupur has a total population of 536, including 275 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Saupur?
There are 105 households in Saupur.
What is the literacy rate in Saupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saupur is 60.63%. Male literacy is 66.18% and female literacy is 54.79%.