Bagha - Batala, Gurdaspur
Bagha is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bagha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagha is 028579. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Bagha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagha
According to the 2011 Census, Bagha village had a total population of 1,076 people, including 544 males and 532 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.21%, with male literacy at 70.58% and female literacy at 65.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 627.
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 | 1,076 | 544 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 58 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 316 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 343 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 201 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Bagha
Bagha 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 Bagha
Bagha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Bagha is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bagha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bagha
Where is Bagha located?
Bagha village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagha?
Bagha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bagha?
The pincode of Bagha is 143506.
What is the population of Bagha?
Bagha had a total population of 1,076, including 544 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Bagha?
Bagha had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagha was 68.21%. Male literacy was 70.58% and female literacy was 65.74%.