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
As per Census 2011, Bhaton village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 297 males and 280 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhaton are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 297 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| 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 has a total population of 577, including 297 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Bhaton?
There are 120 households in Bhaton.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaton is 61.35%. Male literacy is 67.34% and female literacy is 55.00%.