Bhabnaur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Bhabnaur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Abadi Sandhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhabnaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhabnaur is 031342. The village covers a total geographical area of 858 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Bhabnaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhabnaur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhabnaur village had a total population of 2,627 people, including 1,297 males and 1,330 females, living in 580 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.14%, with male literacy at 93.37% and female literacy at 87.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 555.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,297 | 1,330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 150 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 292 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,131 | 1,071 | 1,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 226 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Bhabnaur
Bhabnaur 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 Bhabnaur
Bhabnaur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhabnaur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhabnaur is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhabnaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhabnaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhabnaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhabnaur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhabnaur
Where is Bhabnaur located?
Bhabnaur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhabnaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhabnaur is Abadi Sandhani.
What is the pincode of Bhabnaur?
The pincode of Bhabnaur is 144532.
What is the population of Bhabnaur?
Bhabnaur had a total population of 2,627, including 1,297 males and 1,330 females.
How many households are there in Bhabnaur?
Bhabnaur had 580 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhabnaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhabnaur was 90.14%. Male literacy was 93.37% and female literacy was 87.10%.