Jalalpur - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Jalalpur is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Jalalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalalpur is 032406. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Jalalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jalalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jalalpur village had a total population of 938 people, including 490 males and 448 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.90%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 55.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 938 | 490 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 358 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 132 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Jalalpur
Jalalpur 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 Jalalpur
Jalalpur 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 Jalalpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jalalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalalpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jalalpur
Where is Jalalpur located?
Jalalpur village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalalpur?
Jalalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalalpur?
The pincode of Jalalpur is 144521.
What is the population of Jalalpur?
Jalalpur had a total population of 938, including 490 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Jalalpur?
Jalalpur had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalalpur was 68.90%. Male literacy was 81.18% and female literacy was 55.19%.