Bhando
Bhando is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Bhadon is the gram panchayat of Bhando village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhando unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Bhando’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 Bhando
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhando is 029728. The village spans a total geographical area of 189.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144703. Shahkot is nearest town to Bhando village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bhando
Population of Bhando
According to the 2011 Census, Bhando has a total population of about 982, with approximately 502 males and 480 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 472 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 69.04%, with male literacy at about 73.51% and female literacy near 64.38%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhando's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 502 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 257 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 678 | 369 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 133 | 171 |
Connectivity of Bhando
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhando. As per the 2011 stats, Bhando had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhando
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhando helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhando.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhando
- Where is Bhando located?
- Bhando village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhando?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhando is Bhadon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhando?
- The pincode of Bhando is 144703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhando as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhando is 982, with 502 males and 480 females.
- How many households are there in Bhando as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhando village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhando as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhando is 69.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.51%, while the female literacy rate is 64.38%.