Bhangala


Bhangalan is a small village located in the Abohar Block of Fazilka district, Punjab, India. It is from the India-Pakistan Border, and from National Highway 7. Bhangalan has two distinct regions, Bhangal Patti and Gill Patti. The Gill families come from Gurusar near Giddarbaha.

Demographics

According to the 2011 Indian Census, Bhangalan has a population of 2,451 people distributed throughout 478 households. The 2016 report showed that there were 1,268 men, 1,183 women, and 272 children aged 0–6 years. The village of Bhangalan has an average literacy rate of 63.52%, which is 12% below the average in the state of Punjab. The average male literacy rate is 71.98% and the average female literacy rate is 54.50%. Most Bhangalan villagers are subsistence farmers.
Bhangalan is in the Balluana constituency of the Punjab Legislative Assembly, represented by Nathu Ram of the Indian National Congress, and the Firozpur constituency of the Parliament of India, represented by Sukhbir Singh Badal of the Shiromani Akali Dal, a Sikh-centric party.

Climate

Bhangala's temperature generally ranges from in a typical year. January and May are the coldest and the warmest months, respectively. Precipitation peaks in August, which has an average rainfall of. December is the driest month with only of rainfall.

Development

Bhangalan is equipped with its own municipal water supply, reverse osmosis plant, and a Nestlé dairy. While Bhangalan has its own Government Middle School and Saint Farid Public School, it lacks a high school, hospital, bank, and public playground. Many local political officials are working to help develop Bhangalan village.

Culture

The people of Bhangalan celebrate most Sikh festivals, including: Gurpurab, Maghi, Vaisakhi, Hola Mohalla, Bandi Chhor Divas, Lohri and Holi

Sports

The Youth Sports Welfare Club is a small club in Bhangalan village. Rassa kashi is a well-known sport in Bhangalan. Other popular sports include kabaddi, cricket, football, and volleyball.