Bhoa
Bhoa is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Bhoa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhoa unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Bhoa’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 Bhoa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhoa is 027558. The village spans a total geographical area of 447 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Sujanpur is nearest town to Bhoa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bhoa
Population of Bhoa
According to the 2011 Census, Bhoa has a total population of about 4,262, with approximately 2,206 males and 2,056 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 413 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,208 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 75.81%, with male literacy at about 79.78% and female literacy near 71.55%. There are around 879 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhoa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,262 | 2,206 | 2,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 223 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,208 | 627 | 581 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,231 | 1,760 | 1,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,031 | 446 | 585 |
Connectivity of Bhoa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhoa. As per the 2011 stats, Bhoa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhoa
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhoa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhoa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhoa
- Where is Bhoa located?
- Bhoa village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhoa?
- Bhoa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhoa?
- The pincode of Bhoa is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhoa is 4,262, with 2,206 males and 2,056 females.
- How many households are there in Bhoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhoa village has a total of 879 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhoa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhoa is 75.81%. The male literacy rate is 79.78%, while the female literacy rate is 71.55%.