Bhangwan

Bhangwan is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Bhangwan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Bhangwan unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Bhangwan’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 Bhangwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhangwan is 037209. The village spans a total geographical area of 229 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143119. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Bhangwan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhangwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhangwan

According to the 2011 Census, Bhangwan has a total population of about 1,143, with approximately 600 males and 543 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 552 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 48.12%, with male literacy at about 51.00% and female literacy near 44.94%. There are around 207 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhangwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,143 600 543
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 160 91 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 552 288 264
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 550 306 244
Illiterate Population 593 294 299

Connectivity of Bhangwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhangwan. As per the 2011 stats, Bhangwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhangwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhangwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhangwan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhangwan

Where is Bhangwan located?
Bhangwan village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhangwan?
Bhangwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bhangwan?
The pincode of Bhangwan is 143119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhangwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhangwan is 1,143, with 600 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Bhangwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhangwan village has a total of 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhangwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhangwan is 48.12%. The male literacy rate is 51.00%, while the female literacy rate is 44.94%.