Gulpur
Gulpur is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Gulpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gulpur unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Gulpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gulpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gulpur is 032478. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144526. Balachaur is nearest town to Gulpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gulpur
Population of Gulpur
According to the 2011 Census, Gulpur has a total population of about 881, with approximately 447 males and 434 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 79 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.91%, with male literacy at about 80.98% and female literacy near 68.66%. There are around 204 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gulpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 660 | 362 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 85 | 136 |
Connectivity of Gulpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gulpur. As per the 2011 stats, Gulpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gulpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Gulpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gulpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gulpur
- Where is Gulpur located?
- Gulpur village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gulpur?
- Gulpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gulpur?
- The pincode of Gulpur is 144526, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gulpur is 881, with 447 males and 434 females.
- How many households are there in Gulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gulpur village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gulpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gulpur is 74.91%. The male literacy rate is 80.98%, while the female literacy rate is 68.66%.