Bir Akhara - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Bir Akhara is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Agwar Rahlan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bir Akhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bir Akhara is 033775. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 142034 pincode. Jagraon is the nearest town.
Bir Akhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bir Akhara
As per Census 2011, Bir Akhara village has a total population of 62 people, consisting of 32 males and 30 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bir Akhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Bir Akhara
Bir Akhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Agwar Rahlan | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Agwar Ladhai | East | 1.49 km |
| Akhara | South | 2.14 km |
| Agwar Pona | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Dholan | East | 3.73 km |
| Roomi | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Bir Gagra | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Randhirgarh | South | 4.67 km |
| Agwar Lopon Kalan | North-West | 5.08 km |
| Bardeke | East | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bir Akhara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bir Akhara. The nearest railway station is Jagraon, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Bir Akhara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bir Akhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bir Akhara 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 Akhara
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 Akhara 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 Akhara
Where is Bir Akhara located?
Bir Akhara village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bir Akhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bir Akhara is Agwar Rahlan.
What is the pincode of Bir Akhara?
The pincode of Bir Akhara is 142034.
What is the population of Bir Akhara?
Bir Akhara has a total population of 62, including 32 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Bir Akhara?
There are 13 households in Bir Akhara.
What is the literacy rate in Bir Akhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bir Akhara is 58.06%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 56.67%.