Bhajjal
Bhajjal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bhajjal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhajjal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bhajjal’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 Bhajjal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhajjal is 031998. The village spans a total geographical area of 190 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bhajjal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bhajjal
Population of Bhajjal
According to the 2011 Census, Bhajjal has a total population of about 1,023, with approximately 529 males and 494 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 261 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 77.03%, with male literacy at about 83.18% and female literacy near 70.45%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhajjal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,023 | 529 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 128 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 788 | 440 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 89 | 146 |
Connectivity of Bhajjal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhajjal. As per the 2011 stats, Bhajjal 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 Bhajjal
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhajjal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhajjal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhajjal
- Where is Bhajjal located?
- Bhajjal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhajjal?
- Bhajjal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhajjal?
- The pincode of Bhajjal is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhajjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhajjal is 1,023, with 529 males and 494 females.
- How many households are there in Bhajjal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhajjal village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhajjal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhajjal is 77.03%. The male literacy rate is 83.18%, while the female literacy rate is 70.45%.