Bhera - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Bhera is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Bhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhera is 031285. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 144202 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Bhera 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 Bhera
As per Census 2011, Bhera village has a total population of 980 people, consisting of 499 males and 481 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 767 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 | 499 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 159 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 400 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 99 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Bhera
Bhera 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 Bhera
Bhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhera.
| 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 Bhera is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhera
Where is Bhera located?
Bhera village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhera?
Bhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhera?
The pincode of Bhera is 144202.
What is the population of Bhera?
Bhera has a total population of 980, including 499 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Bhera?
There are 200 households in Bhera.
What is the literacy rate in Bhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhera is 78.27%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 76.30%.