Bhaton - Nangal, Rupnagar
Bhaton is a village situated in the Nangal tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nangal and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Bhatton serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaton village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaton is 038572. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 140127 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town.
Bhaton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhaton
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaton village had a total population of 577 people, including 297 males and 280 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.52%, with male literacy at 76.05% and female literacy at 64.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 577 | 297 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 200 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 97 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaton
Bhaton 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 Bhaton
Bhaton is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bhaton.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rupnagar to Bhaton is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaton 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 Bhaton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaton 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 Bhaton
Where is Bhaton located?
Bhaton village is located in Nangal Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaton?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaton is Bhatton.
What is the pincode of Bhaton?
The pincode of Bhaton is 140127.
What is the population of Bhaton?
Bhaton had a total population of 577, including 297 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Bhaton?
Bhaton had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaton was 70.52%. Male literacy was 76.05% and female literacy was 64.44%.