Bhikhiwind - Bhikhiwind, Tarn Taran
Bhikhiwind is a village situated in the Bhikhiwind tehsil of Tarn Taran district, Punjab. Bhikhiwind village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
Bhikhiwind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khem karan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Bhikhiwind Location Map
The above map shows the geographical location of Bhikhiwind in Tarn Taran district of Punjab.
Nearby Villages of Bhikhiwind
Bhikhiwind is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kale | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Singh Pura | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Pahuwind | West | 2.03 km |
| Puhla | North | 2.33 km |
| Sandpur | South | 2.53 km |
| Wiram | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Farandipur | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Mari Samra | South | 3.43 km |
| Pehalwanke | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Balahar | East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhikhiwind
Bhikhiwind is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atari, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Bhikhiwind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhikhiwind village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhikhiwind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhikhiwind village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhikhiwind
Where is Bhikhiwind located?
Bhikhiwind village is located in Bhikhiwind Tehsil, Tarn Taran district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhikhiwind?
Bhikhiwind is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhikhiwind?
The pincode of Bhikhiwind is 143303.