Billi Braich - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Billi Braich is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Billi Baraich serves as the Gram Panchayat for Billi Braich village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billi Braich is 029847. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 144701 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Billi Braich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Billi Braich
According to the 2011 Census, Billi Braich village had a total population of 801 people, including 413 males and 388 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 78.68% and female literacy at 71.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147.
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 | 801 | 413 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 299 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 114 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Billi Braich
Billi Braich is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chawinda | North | 1.02 km |
| Malupur | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Dhadda Daulatkpur | South | 1.62 km |
| Jafrapur | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Dhadda Dilkhah Pur | South | 2.03 km |
| Dhadda Hari Pur | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Billi Chao | North | 2.19 km |
| Mehmuwal Yusafpur | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Talwara | West | 3.10 km |
| Bal Nau | East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Billi Braich
Billi Braich is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malsian Shahkot, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Billi Braich is about 40 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 Billi Braich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billi Braich village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Billi Braich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billi Braich village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Billi Braich
Where is Billi Braich located?
Billi Braich village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billi Braich?
The Gram Panchayat of Billi Braich is Billi Baraich.
What is the pincode of Billi Braich?
The pincode of Billi Braich is 144701.
What is the population of Billi Braich?
Billi Braich had a total population of 801, including 413 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Billi Braich?
Billi Braich had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Billi Braich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billi Braich was 75.24%. Male literacy was 78.68% and female literacy was 71.55%.