Bhaggu - Abohar, Fazilka
Bhaggu is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from Abohar and around 96 km from Firozpur. Bhagu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaggu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaggu is 035217. The village covers a total geographical area of 1831.93 hectares and falls under the 152116 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Bhaggu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhaggu
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaggu village had a total population of 3,954 people, including 2,091 males and 1,863 females, living in 745 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.79%, with male literacy at 69.99% and female literacy at 52.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,238.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,954 | 2,091 | 1,863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 268 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,238 | 649 | 589 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,144 | 1,276 | 868 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,810 | 815 | 995 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaggu
Bhaggu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhaggu
Bhaggu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Bhaggu is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaggu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaggu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhaggu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaggu 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 Bhaggu
Where is Bhaggu located?
Bhaggu village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaggu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaggu is Bhagu.
What is the pincode of Bhaggu?
The pincode of Bhaggu is 152116.
What is the population of Bhaggu?
Bhaggu had a total population of 3,954, including 2,091 males and 1,863 females.
How many households are there in Bhaggu?
Bhaggu had 745 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaggu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaggu was 61.79%. Male literacy was 69.99% and female literacy was 52.70%.