Bishangarh
Bishangarh is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Bishangarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bishangarh unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur region. You’ll see Bishangarh’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 Bishangarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bishangarh is 039392. The village spans a total geographical area of 271 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Ahmedgarh is nearest town to Bishangarh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bishangarh
Population of Bishangarh
According to the 2011 Census, Bishangarh has a total population of about 1,406, with approximately 754 males and 652 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 127 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 485 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 70.48%, with male literacy at about 74.27% and female literacy near 66.10%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bishangarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,406 | 754 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 255 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 991 | 560 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 194 | 221 |
Connectivity of Bishangarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bishangarh. As per the 2011 stats, Bishangarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bishangarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Bishangarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bishangarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bishangarh
- Where is Bishangarh located?
- Bishangarh village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bishangarh?
- Bishangarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bishangarh?
- The pincode of Bishangarh is 148023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bishangarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bishangarh is 1,406, with 754 males and 652 females.
- How many households are there in Bishangarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bishangarh village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bishangarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bishangarh is 70.48%. The male literacy rate is 74.27%, while the female literacy rate is 66.10%.