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
According to the 2011 Census, Muzafat village had a total population of 426 people, including 229 males and 197 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.71%, with male literacy at 94.63% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 426 | 229 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 426, including 229 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Muzafat?
Muzafat had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muzafat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muzafat was 88.71%. Male literacy was 94.63% and female literacy was 81.82%.