Gulpura - Rajgarh, Churu
Gulpura is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Gulpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulpura is 070141. The village covers a total geographical area of 1114.68 hectares and falls under the 331023 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gulpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadulpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulpura
As per Census 2011, Gulpura village has a total population of 1,583 people, consisting of 841 males and 742 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,014 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,583 | 841 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 181 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 625 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 216 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Gulpura
Gulpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lutana Sadasukh | East | 2.56 km |
| Dhandhal Chaina | West | 2.81 km |
| Ludi Khuba | South | 3.02 km |
| Dhandhal Lekhoo | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Dhandhal Shera | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Paharsar | North | 4.21 km |
| Lutana Amichand | East | 4.29 km |
| Lutana Raju | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Bas Lutana | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Dhandhal Kheta | West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulpura
Gulpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paharsar, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajgarh to Gulpura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Gulpura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulpura
Where is Gulpura located?
Gulpura village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulpura?
Gulpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulpura?
The pincode of Gulpura is 331023.
What is the population of Gulpura?
Gulpura has a total population of 1,583, including 841 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Gulpura?
There are 312 households in Gulpura.
What is the literacy rate in Gulpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulpura is 64.06%. Male literacy is 74.32% and female literacy is 52.43%.