Bir Shersingh - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Bir Shersingh is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Gurah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bir Shersingh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bir Shersingh is 030195. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.38 hectares and falls under the 144410 pincode. Goraya is the nearest town.
Bir Shersingh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bir Shersingh
According to the 2011 Census, Bir Shersingh village had a total population of 20 people, including 9 males and 11 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Bir Shersingh
Bir Shersingh 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 Bir Shersingh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bir Shersingh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Bir Shersingh is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bir Shersingh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bir Shersingh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bir Shersingh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bir Shersingh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bir Shersingh
Where is Bir Shersingh located?
Bir Shersingh village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bir Shersingh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bir Shersingh is Gurah.
What is the pincode of Bir Shersingh?
The pincode of Bir Shersingh is 144410.
What is the population of Bir Shersingh?
Bir Shersingh had a total population of 20, including 9 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Bir Shersingh?
Bir Shersingh had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bir Shersingh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bir Shersingh was 68.42%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 70.00%.