Bhagsi - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Bhagsi is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from Dera Bassi and around 36 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Bhagsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagsi is 039302. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Bhagsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhagsi
According to the 2011 Census, Bhagsi village had a total population of 1,008 people, including 536 males and 472 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.02%, with male literacy at 87.74% and female literacy at 73.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 1,008 | 536 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 408 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 128 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagsi
Bhagsi 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 Bhagsi
Bhagsi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Bhagsi is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagsi 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 Bhagsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagsi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhagsi
Where is Bhagsi located?
Bhagsi village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhagsi?
Bhagsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhagsi?
The pincode of Bhagsi is 140501.
What is the population of Bhagsi?
Bhagsi had a total population of 1,008, including 536 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Bhagsi?
Bhagsi had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagsi was 81.02%. Male literacy was 87.74% and female literacy was 73.57%.