Bham

Bham is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bham village is also a gram panchayat.

Bham has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bham

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bham is 031764. The village spans a total geographical area of 772 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 166013. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bham village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bham

Below is a concise population overview of Bham as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,661 1,817 1,844
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 314 174 140
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,083 556 527
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,986 1,543 1,443
Illiterate Population 675 274 401

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bham village:

  • The total population of Bham village is around 3,661, including approximately 1,817 males and 1,844 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 314 children aged 0–6 years in Bham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bham village has 1,083 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bham village is about 81.56%, with male literacy at 84.92% and female literacy at 78.25%.
  • There are around 846 households in Bham village.

Connectivity of Bham

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bham. As per the 2011 stats, Bham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bham

Knowing the nearby villages of Bham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bham.

Dihana Maujo Mazara Thakkarwal Badhel Thapal Kukowal Rahalli Rupowal Kukran

Frequently Asked Questions about Bham

Where is Bham located?
Bham village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bham?
Bham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bham?
The pincode of Bham is 166013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bham is 3,661, with 1,817 males and 1,844 females.
How many households are there in Bham as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bham village has a total of 846 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bham as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bham is 81.56%. The male literacy rate is 84.92%, while the female literacy rate is 78.25%.