Bhait - Batala, Gurdaspur
Bhait 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 32 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhait village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhait is 028512. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Bhait 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 Bhait
According to the 2011 Census, Bhait village had a total population of 808 people, including 421 males and 387 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.06%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 76.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 808 | 421 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 323 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 98 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Bhait
Bhait 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 Bhait
Bhait is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bhait.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Bhait is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhait
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhait village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhait
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhait village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhait
Where is Bhait located?
Bhait village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhait?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhait is Bhet.
What is the pincode of Bhait?
The pincode of Bhait is 143514.
What is the population of Bhait?
Bhait had a total population of 808, including 421 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Bhait?
Bhait had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhait?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhait was 81.06%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 76.18%.