Bham - Batala, Gurdaspur
Bham is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bham is 028530. The village covers a total geographical area of 885 hectares and falls under the 143527 pincode. Qadian is the nearest town.
Bham 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 Bham
As per Census 2011, Bham village has a total population of 4,250 people, consisting of 2,226 males and 2,024 females. The village has 716 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,723 literate and 1,527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,250 | 2,226 | 2,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 302 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,184 | 613 | 571 |
| Literate Population | 2,723 | 1,487 | 1,236 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,527 | 739 | 788 |
Nearby Villages of Bham
Bham is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Wasan | South | 1.69 km |
| Moor | East | 2.22 km |
| Harchowal | North | 2.63 km |
| Bhamri | West | 2.80 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Pindi Rori | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Mehtewal | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Metla | South | 3.72 km |
| Nangal Jhawar | West | 3.96 km |
| Bharth | South-West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bham
Bham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khudda Korala, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Bham is about 33 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 Bham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bham 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 Bham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bham 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 Bham
Where is Bham located?
Bham village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bham?
Bham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bham?
The pincode of Bham is 143527.
What is the population of Bham?
Bham has a total population of 4,250, including 2,226 males and 2,024 females.
How many households are there in Bham?
There are 716 households in Bham.
What is the literacy rate in Bham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bham is 64.07%. Male literacy is 66.80% and female literacy is 61.07%.