Bham
Bham is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Bham village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bham unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Bham’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bham is 035262. The village spans a total geographical area of 2008 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152032. Malout is nearest town to Bham village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bham village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Malout Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bham
Population of Bham
According to the 2011 Census, Bham has a total population of about 4,324, with approximately 2,292 males and 2,032 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 439 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,580 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.21%, with male literacy at about 53.75% and female literacy near 46.21%. There are around 854 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,324 | 2,292 | 2,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 232 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,580 | 1,360 | 1,220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,171 | 1,232 | 939 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,153 | 1,060 | 1,093 |
Connectivity of Bham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bham. As per the 2011 stats, Bham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bham
Knowing the nearby villages of Bham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bham
- Where is Bham located?
- Bham village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bham?
- Bham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bham?
- The pincode of Bham is 152032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bham is 4,324, with 2,292 males and 2,032 females.
- How many households are there in Bham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bham village has a total of 854 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bham is 50.21%. The male literacy rate is 53.75%, while the female literacy rate is 46.21%.