Bham

Bham is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Bham village is also a gram panchayat.

Bham has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bham

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bham is 028530. The village spans a total geographical area of 885 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143527. Qadian is nearest town to Bham village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bham

Below is a concise population overview of Bham as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,250 2,226 2,024
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 538 302 236
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,184 613 571
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,723 1,487 1,236
Illiterate Population 1,527 739 788

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bham village:

  • The total population of Bham village is around 4,250, including approximately 2,226 males and 2,024 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 538 children aged 0–6 years in Bham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bham village has 1,184 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bham village is about 64.07%, with male literacy at 66.80% and female literacy at 61.07%.
  • There are around 716 households in Bham village.

Connectivity of Bham

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bham. As per the 2011 stats, Bham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bham

Knowing the nearby villages of Bham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bham.

Aulakh Harchowal Basrai Dhapai Bhamri Chak Wassan Waryah Gill Mathola Metla Warsal Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Bham

Where is Bham located?
Bham village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bham?
Bham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bham?
The pincode of Bham is 143527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bham is 4,250, with 2,226 males and 2,024 females.
How many households are there in Bham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bham village has a total of 716 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bham as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bham is 64.07%. The male literacy rate is 66.80%, while the female literacy rate is 61.07%.