Bhoma - Batala, Gurdaspur
Bhoma is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bhoma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoma is 028606. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 143514 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Bhoma 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 Bhoma
As per Census 2011, Bhoma village has a total population of 1,736 people, consisting of 913 males and 823 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,066 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 972 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhoma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,736 | 913 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 119 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 972 | 505 | 467 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 600 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 313 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Bhoma
Bhoma 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 Bhoma
Bhoma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhoma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Bhoma is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhoma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhoma 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhoma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhoma 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 Bhoma
Where is Bhoma located?
Bhoma village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhoma?
Bhoma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhoma?
The pincode of Bhoma is 143514.
What is the population of Bhoma?
Bhoma has a total population of 1,736, including 913 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Bhoma?
There are 349 households in Bhoma.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoma is 61.41%. Male literacy is 65.72% and female literacy is 56.62%.