Safipur - Sas Nagar (Mohali), S.A.S Nagar
Safipur is a village situated in the Sas Nagar (Mohali) tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 21 km from Sas Nagar (mohali) and around 21 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Safipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Safipur is 039185. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 140306 pincode. S.a.s. Nagar is the nearest town.
Safipur 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 Safipur
According to the 2011 Census, Safipur village had a total population of 507 people, including 245 males and 262 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.75%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 72.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225.
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 | 507 | 245 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 105 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 186 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 59 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Safipur
Safipur 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 Safipur
Safipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Safipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Safipur is about 21 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 Safipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Safipur 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 Safipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Safipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Safipur
Where is Safipur located?
Safipur village is located in Sas Nagar (Mohali) Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Safipur?
Safipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Safipur?
The pincode of Safipur is 140306.
What is the population of Safipur?
Safipur had a total population of 507, including 245 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Safipur?
Safipur had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Safipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Safipur was 77.75%. Male literacy was 83.04% and female literacy was 72.61%.