Billon - Samrala, Ludhiana
Billon is a village situated in the Samrala tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samrala and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Hassanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Billon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billon is 032980. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 141121 pincode. Machhiwara is the nearest town.
Billon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Billon
According to the 2011 Census, Billon village had a total population of 145 people, including 80 males and 65 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.60%, with male literacy at 81.16% and female literacy at 73.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Billon
Billon 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 Billon
Public transport in the Billon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Billon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Billon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billon 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 Billon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Billon
Where is Billon located?
Billon village is located in Samrala Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Billon?
The Gram Panchayat of Billon is Hassanpur.
What is the pincode of Billon?
The pincode of Billon is 141121.
What is the population of Billon?
Billon had a total population of 145, including 80 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Billon?
Billon had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Billon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billon was 77.60%. Male literacy was 81.16% and female literacy was 73.21%.