Bekkanwala - Fazilka
Bekkanwala is a village situated in the Fazilka tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Fazilka and around 90 km from Firozpur. Bakainwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bekkanwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bekkanwala is 035148. The village covers a total geographical area of 1361 hectares and falls under the 152128 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Bekkanwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bekkanwala
As per Census 2011, Bekkanwala village has a total population of 3,647 people, consisting of 1,895 males and 1,752 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,039 literate and 1,608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bekkanwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,647 | 1,895 | 1,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 271 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,182 | 1,111 | 1,071 |
| Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,194 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,608 | 701 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Bekkanwala
Bekkanwala 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 Bekkanwala
Bekkanwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bekkanwala has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Bekkanwala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bekkanwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bekkanwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bekkanwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bekkanwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bekkanwala
Where is Bekkanwala located?
Bekkanwala village is located in Fazilka Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bekkanwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bekkanwala is Bakainwala.
What is the pincode of Bekkanwala?
The pincode of Bekkanwala is 152128.
What is the population of Bekkanwala?
Bekkanwala has a total population of 3,647, including 1,895 males and 1,752 females.
How many households are there in Bekkanwala?
There are 721 households in Bekkanwala.
What is the literacy rate in Bekkanwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bekkanwala is 55.91%. Male literacy is 63.01% and female literacy is 48.23%.