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
As per Census 2011, Bagha village has a total population of 1,076 people, consisting of 544 males and 532 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 650 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bagha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,076 | 544 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 58 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 316 | 311 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,076, including 544 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Bagha?
There are 198 households in Bagha.
What is the literacy rate in Bagha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagha is 60.41%. Male literacy is 63.05% and female literacy is 57.71%.