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
According to the 2011 Census, Saupur village had a total population of 536 people, including 275 males and 261 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 64.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 536 | 275 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 536, including 275 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Saupur?
Saupur had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saupur was 70.50%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 64.13%.