Bhanam
Bhanam is a village located in Nangal tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Nangal (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Bhanam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhanam unique in its vibrant Nangal-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Bhanam’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 Bhanam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhanam is 038534. The village spans a total geographical area of 216 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140126. Nangal is nearest town to Bhanam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bhanam
Population of Bhanam
According to the 2011 Census, Bhanam has a total population of about 2,667, with approximately 1,414 males and 1,253 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 286 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 71.84%, with male literacy at about 79.70% and female literacy near 62.97%. There are around 510 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhanam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,667 | 1,414 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 151 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 152 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,127 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 287 | 464 |
Connectivity of Bhanam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhanam. As per the 2011 stats, Bhanam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhanam
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhanam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhanam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhanam
- Where is Bhanam located?
- Bhanam village is situated in Nangal Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhanam?
- Bhanam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhanam?
- The pincode of Bhanam is 140126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhanam is 2,667, with 1,414 males and 1,253 females.
- How many households are there in Bhanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhanam village has a total of 510 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhanam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhanam is 71.84%. The male literacy rate is 79.70%, while the female literacy rate is 62.97%.