Bilga
Bilga is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Bilga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bilga unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Bilga’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 Bilga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bilga is 030044. The village spans a total geographical area of 1603 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144036. Nurmahal is nearest town to Bilga village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bilga
Population of Bilga
According to the 2011 Census, Bilga has a total population of about 10,125, with approximately 5,182 males and 4,943 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 949 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,094 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 74.03%, with male literacy at about 77.34% and female literacy near 70.56%. There are around 2,201 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bilga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,125 | 5,182 | 4,943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 949 | 507 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,094 | 2,604 | 2,490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,496 | 4,008 | 3,488 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,629 | 1,174 | 1,455 |
Connectivity of Bilga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bilga. As per the 2011 stats, Bilga 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Bilga
Knowing the nearby villages of Bilga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bilga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bilga
- Where is Bilga located?
- Bilga village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bilga?
- Bilga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bilga?
- The pincode of Bilga is 144036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bilga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilga is 10,125, with 5,182 males and 4,943 females.
- How many households are there in Bilga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bilga village has a total of 2,201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bilga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilga is 74.03%. The male literacy rate is 77.34%, while the female literacy rate is 70.56%.