Taharpur
Taharpur is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Taharpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Taharpur unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Taharpur’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 Taharpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taharpur is 032168. The village spans a total geographical area of 197 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144502. Phagwara is nearest town to Taharpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Taharpur
Population of Taharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Taharpur has a total population of about 859, with approximately 446 males and 413 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 322 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 70.90%, with male literacy at about 72.65% and female literacy near 69.01%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Taharpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 446 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 175 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 609 | 324 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 122 | 128 |
Connectivity of Taharpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Taharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taharpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Taharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taharpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taharpur
- Where is Taharpur located?
- Taharpur village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taharpur?
- Taharpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taharpur?
- The pincode of Taharpur is 144502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taharpur is 859, with 446 males and 413 females.
- How many households are there in Taharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taharpur village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taharpur is 70.90%. The male literacy rate is 72.65%, while the female literacy rate is 69.01%.