Talapur - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Talapur is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Talapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talapur is 038854. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 140112 pincode. Chamkaur Sahib is the nearest town.
Talapur 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 Talapur
According to the 2011 Census, Talapur village had a total population of 543 people, including 282 males and 261 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.71%, with male literacy at 92.43% and female literacy at 76.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 543 | 282 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 232 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 50 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Talapur
Talapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bara Gadhram | South-West | 0.63 km |
| Gagon | West | 1.10 km |
| Bhaku Majra | North | 1.37 km |
| Shantpur | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Dehar | West | 1.96 km |
| Mundian | West | 2.62 km |
| Kheri Salabatpur | North | 2.63 km |
| Rolu Majra | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Salempur | South | 2.87 km |
| Balsanda | East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talapur
Public transport in the Talapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Minapur, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Talapur is about 12 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 Talapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talapur
Where is Talapur located?
Talapur village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talapur?
Talapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talapur?
The pincode of Talapur is 140112.
What is the population of Talapur?
Talapur had a total population of 543, including 282 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Talapur?
Talapur had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talapur was 84.71%. Male literacy was 92.43% and female literacy was 76.83%.