Bahla - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Bahla is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Bahla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahla is 030887. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Bahla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahla
As per Census 2011, Bahla village has a total population of 934 people, consisting of 455 males and 479 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 736 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 934 | 455 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 57 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 181 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 353 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 102 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Bahla
Bahla 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 Bahla
Bahla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bahla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Bahla is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahla 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 Bahla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahla 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 Bahla
Where is Bahla located?
Bahla village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahla?
Bahla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahla?
The pincode of Bahla is 144207.
What is the population of Bahla?
Bahla has a total population of 934, including 455 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Bahla?
There are 197 households in Bahla.
What is the literacy rate in Bahla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahla is 78.80%. Male literacy is 77.58% and female literacy is 79.96%.