Bachhwan

Bachhwan is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Bachhuan is the gram panchayat of Bachhwan village.

Here you can discover what makes Bachhwan unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Bachhwan’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 Bachhwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bachhwan is 032383. The village spans a total geographical area of 172 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Bachhwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bachhwan

According to the 2011 Census, Bachhwan has a total population of about 523, with approximately 255 males and 268 females. The sex ratio is around 1050 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 437 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 67.11%, with male literacy at about 76.47% and female literacy near 58.21%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bachhwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 523 255 268
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 31 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 437 206 231
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 351 195 156
Illiterate Population 172 60 112

Connectivity of Bachhwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bachhwan. As per the 2011 stats, Bachhwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bachhwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bachhwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bachhwan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bachhwan

Where is Bachhwan located?
Bachhwan village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachhwan is Bachhuan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bachhwan?
The pincode of Bachhwan is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bachhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bachhwan is 523, with 255 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Bachhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bachhwan village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachhwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bachhwan is 67.11%. The male literacy rate is 76.47%, while the female literacy rate is 58.21%.