Bohja
Bohja is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Bojha is the gram panchayat of Bohja village.
Here you can discover what makes Bohja unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Bohja’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 Bohja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bohja is 028603. The village spans a total geographical area of 285 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Bohja village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bohja
Population of Bohja
According to the 2011 Census, Bohja has a total population of about 2,155, with approximately 1,158 males and 997 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 726 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 66.64%, with male literacy at about 71.85% and female literacy near 60.58%. There are around 419 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bohja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,155 | 1,158 | 997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 134 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 726 | 383 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 832 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 326 | 393 |
Connectivity of Bohja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bohja. As per the 2011 stats, Bohja 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bohja
Knowing the nearby villages of Bohja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bohja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bohja
- Where is Bohja located?
- Bohja village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bohja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bohja is Bojha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bohja?
- The pincode of Bohja is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bohja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bohja is 2,155, with 1,158 males and 997 females.
- How many households are there in Bohja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bohja village has a total of 419 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bohja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bohja is 66.64%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 60.58%.