Bila - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Bila is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Bihla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bila is 033568. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 142029 pincode. Mullanpur Dakha is the nearest town.
Bila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bila
As per Census 2011, Bila village has a total population of 1,742 people, consisting of 912 males and 830 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,742 | 912 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 403 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 714 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 198 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Bila
Bila 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 Bila
Bila 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 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 Bila is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bila 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 Bila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bila
Where is Bila located?
Bila village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bila?
The Gram Panchayat of Bila is Bihla.
What is the pincode of Bila?
The pincode of Bila is 142029.
What is the population of Bila?
Bila has a total population of 1,742, including 912 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Bila?
There are 311 households in Bila.
What is the literacy rate in Bila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bila is 73.13%. Male literacy is 78.29% and female literacy is 67.47%.