Bakhatpur - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Bakhatpur is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Dhar Kalan and around 93 km from Gurdaspur. Garal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakhatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhatpur is 027388. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 145022 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Bakhatpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakhatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhatpur village had a total population of 101 people, including 53 males and 48 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.11%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 88.10%.
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 | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhatpur
Bakhatpur 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 Bakhatpur
Bakhatpur 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 Gurdaspur to Bakhatpur is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakhatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhatpur 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 Bakhatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhatpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakhatpur
Where is Bakhatpur located?
Bakhatpur village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakhatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakhatpur is Garal.
What is the pincode of Bakhatpur?
The pincode of Bakhatpur is 145022.
What is the population of Bakhatpur?
Bakhatpur had a total population of 101, including 53 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Bakhatpur?
Bakhatpur had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhatpur was 91.11%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 88.10%.