Bhagta Bhai ka
| Bhagta Bhai ka | |
|---|---|
| Town | |
| Nickname(s): Bhagta | |
  Bhagta Bhai ka Location in Punjab, India  Bhagta Bhai ka Bhagta Bhai ka (India) | |
| Coordinates: 30°28′52″N 75°05′38″E / 30.4812°N 75.094°ECoordinates: 30°28′52″N 75°05′38″E / 30.4812°N 75.094°E | |
| Country |
 |
| State | Punjab |
| District | Bathinda |
| Government | |
| • Body | Municipality |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 28,120 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Punjabi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 151206 |
| Telephone code | 01651 |
| Vehicle registration | PB 03 |
Bhagta Bhai ka is a small town in the Bhatinda district, Punjab, India created by Bhai Bhagta ji. It is also a small city for adjoining villages.
Demographics
Predominantly occupied by Sidhu Brar clan, the village is well known for its historical Gurudwara made around an old holy water well called 'Bhootan Wala Khoo'(well of spirits). Bhagta Bhai Ka is now a sub tehsil. The village is also known for some prominent figures such as Pradumann Singh who was an Asian shot put champion.
Economy
This town is also very famous for the agricultural machinery manufactured here. The Thrasher, Duster and Harvester manufactured here are famous throughout India. The most people living in town area are hailed from surrounding villages and are contributing enormously to the local community which was basically a village.
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