Bonkar Dogran - Ludhiana (West), Ludhiana
Bonkar Dogran is a village situated in the Ludhiana (West) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (west) and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Bounker Dogran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bonkar Dogran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bonkar Dogran is 033624. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 141008 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Bonkar Dogran 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 Bonkar Dogran
As per Census 2011, Bonkar Dogran village has a total population of 2,580 people, consisting of 1,359 males and 1,221 females. The village has 526 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,456 literate and 1,124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bonkar Dogran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,580 | 1,359 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 199 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,425 | 750 | 675 |
| Literate Population | 1,456 | 823 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,124 | 536 | 588 |
Nearby Villages of Bonkar Dogran
Bonkar Dogran 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 Bonkar Dogran
Bonkar Dogran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bonkar Dogran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Bonkar Dogran is about 15 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 Bonkar Dogran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bonkar Dogran 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 Bonkar Dogran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bonkar Dogran 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 Bonkar Dogran
Where is Bonkar Dogran located?
Bonkar Dogran village is located in Ludhiana (West) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bonkar Dogran?
The Gram Panchayat of Bonkar Dogran is Bounker Dogran.
What is the pincode of Bonkar Dogran?
The pincode of Bonkar Dogran is 141008.
What is the population of Bonkar Dogran?
Bonkar Dogran has a total population of 2,580, including 1,359 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Bonkar Dogran?
There are 526 households in Bonkar Dogran.
What is the literacy rate in Bonkar Dogran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bonkar Dogran is 56.43%. Male literacy is 60.56% and female literacy is 51.84%.