Veela Bajju - Batala, Gurdaspur
Veela Bajju is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Veela Bajju village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veela Bajju is 028597. The village covers a total geographical area of 751 hectares and falls under the 143515 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Veela Bajju 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 Veela Bajju
According to the 2011 Census, Veela Bajju village had a total population of 3,851 people, including 1,942 males and 1,909 females, living in 728 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.44%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 69.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,642.
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 | 3,851 | 1,942 | 1,909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 265 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,642 | 821 | 821 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,478 | 1,307 | 1,171 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,373 | 635 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Veela Bajju
Veela Bajju 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 Veela Bajju
Public transport in the Veela Bajju is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Veela Bajju is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veela Bajju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veela Bajju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Veela Bajju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veela Bajju 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 Veela Bajju
Where is Veela Bajju located?
Veela Bajju village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Veela Bajju?
Veela Bajju is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veela Bajju?
The pincode of Veela Bajju is 143515.
What is the population of Veela Bajju?
Veela Bajju had a total population of 3,851, including 1,942 males and 1,909 females.
How many households are there in Veela Bajju?
Veela Bajju had 728 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veela Bajju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veela Bajju was 73.44%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 69.00%.