Dharamkot Bagga - Batala, Gurdaspur
Dharamkot Bagga is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Bacho Ke Theh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharamkot Bagga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamkot Bagga is 028762. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Dharamkot Bagga 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 Dharamkot Bagga
According to the 2011 Census, Dharamkot Bagga village had a total population of 3,379 people, including 1,768 males and 1,611 females, living in 664 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.71%, with male literacy at 73.59% and female literacy at 63.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 882.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,379 | 1,768 | 1,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 204 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 451 | 431 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,029 | 1,151 | 878 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,350 | 617 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamkot Bagga
Dharamkot Bagga 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 Dharamkot Bagga
Public transport in the Dharamkot Bagga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dharamkot Bagga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Dharamkot Bagga is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharamkot Bagga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamkot Bagga 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 Dharamkot Bagga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamkot Bagga 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 Dharamkot Bagga
Where is Dharamkot Bagga located?
Dharamkot Bagga village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharamkot Bagga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharamkot Bagga is Bacho Ke Theh.
What is the pincode of Dharamkot Bagga?
The pincode of Dharamkot Bagga is 143511.
What is the population of Dharamkot Bagga?
Dharamkot Bagga had a total population of 3,379, including 1,768 males and 1,611 females.
How many households are there in Dharamkot Bagga?
Dharamkot Bagga had 664 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamkot Bagga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamkot Bagga was 68.71%. Male literacy was 73.59% and female literacy was 63.21%.