Bains - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Bains is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Bains village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bains is 033660. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 142027 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Bains village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bains
As per Census 2011, Bains village has a total population of 1,616 people, consisting of 835 males and 781 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,228 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bains are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,616 | 835 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 319 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 661 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 174 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Bains
Bains 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 Bains
Bains is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bains is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bains
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bains village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bains
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bains 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 Bains
Where is Bains located?
Bains village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bains?
Bains is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bains?
The pincode of Bains is 142027.
What is the population of Bains?
Bains has a total population of 1,616, including 835 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Bains?
There are 310 households in Bains.
What is the literacy rate in Bains?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bains is 75.99%. Male literacy is 79.16% and female literacy is 72.60%.