Bara Bande Mehal - Rup Nagar, Rupnagar
Bara Bande Mehal is a village situated in the Rup Nagar tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from Rupnagar and around 6 km from Rupnagar. Bande Mahal Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara Bande Mehal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara Bande Mehal is 038675. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 140001 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Bara Bande Mehal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara Bande Mehal
According to the 2011 Census, Bara Bande Mehal village had a total population of 559 people, including 287 males and 272 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.00%, with male literacy at 87.11% and female literacy at 78.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
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 | 559 | 287 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 151 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 223 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 64 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Bara Bande Mehal
Bara Bande Mehal 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 Bara Bande Mehal
Public transport in the Bara Bande Mehal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bara Bande Mehal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rupnagar to Bara Bande Mehal is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bara Bande Mehal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara Bande Mehal 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 Bara Bande Mehal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara Bande Mehal 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 Bara Bande Mehal
Where is Bara Bande Mehal located?
Bara Bande Mehal village is located in Rup Nagar Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bara Bande Mehal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara Bande Mehal is Bande Mahal Kalan.
What is the pincode of Bara Bande Mehal?
The pincode of Bara Bande Mehal is 140001.
What is the population of Bara Bande Mehal?
Bara Bande Mehal had a total population of 559, including 287 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Bara Bande Mehal?
Bara Bande Mehal had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara Bande Mehal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara Bande Mehal was 83.00%. Male literacy was 87.11% and female literacy was 78.69%.