Doshpur - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Doshpur is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Dera Bassi and around 60 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Handesra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Doshpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Doshpur is 039268. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Doshpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Doshpur
As per Census 2011, Doshpur village has a total population of 73 people, consisting of 40 males and 33 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 20 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Doshpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Doshpur
Doshpur 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 Doshpur
Public transport in the Doshpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Doshpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Doshpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Doshpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Doshpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Doshpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Doshpur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Doshpur
Where is Doshpur located?
Doshpur village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Doshpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Doshpur is Handesra.
What is the pincode of Doshpur?
The pincode of Doshpur is 140501.
What is the population of Doshpur?
Doshpur has a total population of 73, including 40 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Doshpur?
There are 16 households in Doshpur.
What is the literacy rate in Doshpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Doshpur is 72.60%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 72.73%.