Radhan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Radhan 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 53 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Patti Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhan is 028664. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 143516 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Radhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Radhan
According to the 2011 Census, Radhan village had a total population of 792 people, including 408 males and 384 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.60%, with male literacy at 86.65% and female literacy at 82.51%.
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 | 792 | 408 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 305 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 103 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Radhan
Radhan 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 Radhan
Public transport in the Radhan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Radhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Radhan is about 53 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 Radhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Radhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Radhan
Where is Radhan located?
Radhan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Radhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Radhan is Patti Rampur.
What is the pincode of Radhan?
The pincode of Radhan is 143516.
What is the population of Radhan?
Radhan had a total population of 792, including 408 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Radhan?
Radhan had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhan was 84.60%. Male literacy was 86.65% and female literacy was 82.51%.