Gulpur - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Gulpur is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Gulpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulpur is 032478. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Gulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gulpur village had a total population of 881 people, including 447 males and 434 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.29%, with male literacy at 87.86% and female literacy at 76.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 881 | 447 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 53 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 362 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 85 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Gulpur
Gulpur 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 Gulpur
Gulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Gulpur is about 20 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 Gulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulpur 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 Gulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulpur 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 Gulpur
Where is Gulpur located?
Gulpur village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gulpur?
Gulpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulpur?
The pincode of Gulpur is 144521.
What is the population of Gulpur?
Gulpur had a total population of 881, including 447 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Gulpur?
Gulpur had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulpur was 82.29%. Male literacy was 87.86% and female literacy was 76.41%.