Bhadak - Rajpura, Patiala
Bhadak is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Bhadak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadak is 036961. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 140402 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Bhadak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhadak
According to the 2011 Census, Bhadak village had a total population of 807 people, including 441 males and 366 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.69%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 69.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 807 | 441 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 323 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 118 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadak
Bhadak 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 Bhadak
Bhadak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Bhadak is about 21 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 Bhadak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhadak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadak 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 Bhadak
Where is Bhadak located?
Bhadak village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadak?
Bhadak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadak?
The pincode of Bhadak is 140402.
What is the population of Bhadak?
Bhadak had a total population of 807, including 441 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Bhadak?
Bhadak had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadak was 76.69%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 69.47%.