Bajwa Khurd
Bajwa Khurd is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Bajwa Khurd village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bajwa Khurd unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Bajwa Khurd’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 Bajwa Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bajwa Khurd is 029736. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144702. Shahkot is nearest town to Bajwa Khurd village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bajwa Khurd
Population of Bajwa Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Bajwa Khurd has a total population of about 572, with approximately 309 males and 263 females. The sex ratio is around 851 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 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 70.10%, with male literacy at about 73.46% and female literacy near 66.16%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bajwa Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 572 | 309 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 114 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 401 | 227 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 82 | 89 |
Connectivity of Bajwa Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bajwa Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Bajwa Khurd 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bajwa Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Bajwa Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bajwa Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bajwa Khurd
- Where is Bajwa Khurd located?
- Bajwa Khurd village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bajwa Khurd?
- Bajwa Khurd serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bajwa Khurd?
- The pincode of Bajwa Khurd is 144702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bajwa Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bajwa Khurd is 572, with 309 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Bajwa Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bajwa Khurd village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bajwa Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bajwa Khurd is 70.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.46%, while the female literacy rate is 66.16%.