Dadrai - Ajnala, Amritsar
Dadrai is a village situated in the Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajnala and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Dhadrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dadrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dadrai is 037362. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Raja Sansi is the nearest town.
Dadrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dadrai
As per Census 2011, Dadrai village has a total population of 1,629 people, consisting of 864 males and 765 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 849 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 666 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dadrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 864 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 119 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 666 | 359 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 849 | 487 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 377 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Dadrai
Dadrai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dadrai
Dadrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dadrai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Dadrai is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dadrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dadrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dadrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dadrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dadrai
Where is Dadrai located?
Dadrai village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dadrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dadrai is Dhadrai.
What is the pincode of Dadrai?
The pincode of Dadrai is 143102.
What is the population of Dadrai?
Dadrai has a total population of 1,629, including 864 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Dadrai?
There are 303 households in Dadrai.
What is the literacy rate in Dadrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dadrai is 52.12%. Male literacy is 56.37% and female literacy is 47.32%.