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.
Here you can discover what makes Bham unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Bham’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Bham
Population of Bham
According to the 2011 Census, Bham has a total population of about 4,250, with approximately 2,226 males and 2,024 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 538 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,184 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.07%, with male literacy at about 66.80% and female literacy near 61.07%. There are around 716 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,723 | 1,487 | 1,236 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,527 | 739 | 788 |
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.
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%.