Muzafat - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Muzafat is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Mazafat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muzafat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muzafat is 038790. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 140111 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Muzafat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muzafat
As per Census 2011, Muzafat village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 229 males and 197 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 338 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muzafat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 229 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 194 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 35 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Muzafat
Muzafat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Muzafat
Public transport in the Muzafat is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Muzafat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Muzafat is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muzafat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muzafat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muzafat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muzafat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Muzafat
Where is Muzafat located?
Muzafat village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muzafat?
The Gram Panchayat of Muzafat is Mazafat.
What is the pincode of Muzafat?
The pincode of Muzafat is 140111.
What is the population of Muzafat?
Muzafat has a total population of 426, including 229 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Muzafat?
There are 90 households in Muzafat.
What is the literacy rate in Muzafat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muzafat is 79.34%. Male literacy is 84.72% and female literacy is 73.10%.