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.
Taunsa has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Taunsa
Below is a concise population overview of Taunsa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taunsa village:
- The total population of Taunsa village is around 3,144, including approximately 1,680 males and 1,464 females, with a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Taunsa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taunsa village has 1,550 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Taunsa village is about 65.94%, with male literacy at 73.57% and female literacy at 57.17%.
- There are around 655 households in Taunsa village.
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) |
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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%.