Tofanpur - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Tofanpur is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from Dera Bassi and around 51 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Toffanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tofanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tofanpur is 039289. The village covers a total geographical area of 730 hectares and falls under the 140506 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Tofanpur 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 Tofanpur
As per Census 2011, Tofanpur village has a total population of 1,654 people, consisting of 937 males and 717 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 765 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,039 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tofanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,654 | 937 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 113 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 203 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 1,039 | 651 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 286 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Tofanpur
Tofanpur 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 Tofanpur
Tofanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tofanpur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Tofanpur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tofanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tofanpur 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 Tofanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tofanpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tofanpur
Where is Tofanpur located?
Tofanpur village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tofanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tofanpur is Toffanpur.
What is the pincode of Tofanpur?
The pincode of Tofanpur is 140506.
What is the population of Tofanpur?
Tofanpur has a total population of 1,654, including 937 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Tofanpur?
There are 369 households in Tofanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Tofanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tofanpur is 62.82%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 54.11%.