Mahmudpur - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Mahmudpur 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 . Mehmoodpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahmudpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahmudpur is 032363. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Mahmudpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahmudpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahmudpur village had a total population of 761 people, including 398 males and 363 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.76%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 70.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248.
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 | 761 | 398 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 132 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 291 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 107 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Mahmudpur
Mahmudpur 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 Mahmudpur
Mahmudpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Mahmudpur 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 Mahmudpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahmudpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahmudpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahmudpur 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 Mahmudpur
Where is Mahmudpur located?
Mahmudpur village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahmudpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahmudpur is Mehmoodpur.
What is the pincode of Mahmudpur?
The pincode of Mahmudpur is 144521.
What is the population of Mahmudpur?
Mahmudpur had a total population of 761, including 398 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Mahmudpur?
Mahmudpur had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahmudpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahmudpur was 77.76%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 70.57%.