Noorpur - Kathumar, Alwar
Noorpur is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Noorpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noorpur is 073747. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 321605 pincode. Nagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Noorpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Noorpur
As per Census 2011, Noorpur village has a total population of 1,154 people, consisting of 610 males and 544 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 702 literate and 452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Noorpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,154 | 610 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 443 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 167 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Noorpur
Noorpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balloopura Ramgarh | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Ganjpur | East | 1.11 km |
| Ranoli | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Itola | North | 2.30 km |
| Jadla | West | 2.32 km |
| Salempur | East | 2.49 km |
| Khera Tarf Bahtoo | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Sundana | South | 3.03 km |
| Barodakan | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Bahtoo Kalan | South-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Noorpur
Noorpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brij Nagar, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagar to Noorpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Noorpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Noorpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noorpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Noorpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noorpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Noorpur
Where is Noorpur located?
Noorpur village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Noorpur?
Noorpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Noorpur?
The pincode of Noorpur is 321605.
What is the population of Noorpur?
Noorpur has a total population of 1,154, including 610 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Noorpur?
There are 184 households in Noorpur.
What is the literacy rate in Noorpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noorpur is 60.83%. Male literacy is 72.62% and female literacy is 47.61%.