Bhamboi - Batala, Gurdaspur
Bhamboi is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bhamboi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhamboi is 028642. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Bhamboi 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 Bhamboi
As per Census 2011, Bhamboi village has a total population of 2,504 people, consisting of 1,317 males and 1,187 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,625 literate and 879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 630 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhamboi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,504 | 1,317 | 1,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 183 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 326 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 1,625 | 889 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 428 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Bhamboi
Bhamboi 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 Bhamboi
Bhamboi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Bhamboi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhamboi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhamboi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhamboi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhamboi 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 Bhamboi
Where is Bhamboi located?
Bhamboi village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhamboi?
Bhamboi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhamboi?
The pincode of Bhamboi is 143506.
What is the population of Bhamboi?
Bhamboi has a total population of 2,504, including 1,317 males and 1,187 females.
How many households are there in Bhamboi?
There are 444 households in Bhamboi.
What is the literacy rate in Bhamboi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhamboi is 64.90%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 62.01%.