Bakhu Shah
Bakhu Shah is a village located in Fazilka tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Fazilka (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Bakhu Shah village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bakhu Shah unique in its vibrant Fazilka-Firozpur region. You’ll see Bakhu Shah’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 Bakhu Shah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakhu Shah is 035101. The village spans a total geographical area of 129 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152123. Fazilka is nearest town to Bakhu Shah village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bakhu Shah
Population of Bakhu Shah
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhu Shah has a total population of about 531, with approximately 260 males and 271 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 522 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 58.19%, with male literacy at about 67.69% and female literacy near 49.08%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakhu Shah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 260 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 256 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 309 | 176 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 84 | 138 |
Connectivity of Bakhu Shah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bakhu Shah. As per the 2011 stats, Bakhu Shah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bakhu Shah
Knowing the nearby villages of Bakhu Shah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bakhu Shah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bakhu Shah
- Where is Bakhu Shah located?
- Bakhu Shah village is situated in Fazilka Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bakhu Shah?
- Bakhu Shah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bakhu Shah?
- The pincode of Bakhu Shah is 152123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bakhu Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakhu Shah is 531, with 260 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Bakhu Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bakhu Shah village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bakhu Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakhu Shah is 58.19%. The male literacy rate is 67.69%, while the female literacy rate is 49.08%.