Bagwain
Bagwain is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bagwian is the gram panchayat of Bagwain village.
Here you can discover what makes Bagwain unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bagwain’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 Bagwain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bagwain is 031989. The village spans a total geographical area of 100 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144527. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bagwain village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bagwain
Population of Bagwain
According to the 2011 Census, Bagwain has a total population of about 962, with approximately 492 males and 470 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 410 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 72.14%, with male literacy at about 76.02% and female literacy near 68.09%. There are around 215 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bagwain's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 492 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 209 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 694 | 374 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 118 | 150 |
Connectivity of Bagwain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bagwain. As per the 2011 stats, Bagwain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bagwain
Knowing the nearby villages of Bagwain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bagwain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bagwain
- Where is Bagwain located?
- Bagwain village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bagwain?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bagwain is Bagwian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bagwain?
- The pincode of Bagwain is 144527, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bagwain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bagwain is 962, with 492 males and 470 females.
- How many households are there in Bagwain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bagwain village has a total of 215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bagwain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bagwain is 72.14%. The male literacy rate is 76.02%, while the female literacy rate is 68.09%.