Taunsa
Taunsa is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Taunsa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Taunsa unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Taunsa’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 Taunsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taunsa is 032391. The village spans a total geographical area of 798 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Taunsa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Taunsa
Population of Taunsa
According to the 2011 Census, Taunsa has a total population of about 3,144, with approximately 1,680 males and 1,464 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,550 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 65.94%, with male literacy at about 73.57% and female literacy near 57.17%. There are around 655 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taunsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,144 | 1,680 | 1,464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 216 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,550 | 824 | 726 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,073 | 1,236 | 837 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,071 | 444 | 627 |
Connectivity of Taunsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taunsa. As per the 2011 stats, Taunsa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taunsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Taunsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taunsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taunsa
- Where is Taunsa located?
- Taunsa village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taunsa?
- Taunsa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taunsa?
- The pincode of Taunsa is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taunsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taunsa is 3,144, with 1,680 males and 1,464 females.
- How many households are there in Taunsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taunsa village has a total of 655 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taunsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taunsa is 65.94%. The male literacy rate is 73.57%, while the female literacy rate is 57.17%.