Lakhuwal (Ajnala) - Ajnala, Amritsar
Lakhuwal (Ajnala) is a village situated in the Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajnala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Lakhuwal Ajnala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakhuwal (Ajnala) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakhuwal (Ajnala) is 037245. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Ajnala is the nearest town.
Lakhuwal (Ajnala) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raja sansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakhuwal (Ajnala)
According to the 2011 Census, Lakhuwal (Ajnala) village had a total population of 1,493 people, including 783 males and 710 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.89%, with male literacy at 63.02% and female literacy at 54.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 587.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,493 | 783 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 107 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 317 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 426 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 357 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Lakhuwal (Ajnala)
Lakhuwal (Ajnala) 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 Lakhuwal (Ajnala)
Lakhuwal (Ajnala) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Lakhuwal (Ajnala) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakhuwal (Ajnala)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakhuwal (Ajnala) 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 Lakhuwal (Ajnala)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakhuwal (Ajnala) 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 Lakhuwal (Ajnala)
Where is Lakhuwal (Ajnala) located?
Lakhuwal (Ajnala) village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lakhuwal (Ajnala)?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakhuwal (Ajnala) is Lakhuwal Ajnala.
What is the pincode of Lakhuwal (Ajnala)?
The pincode of Lakhuwal (Ajnala) is 143102.
What is the population of Lakhuwal (Ajnala)?
Lakhuwal (Ajnala) had a total population of 1,493, including 783 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Lakhuwal (Ajnala)?
Lakhuwal (Ajnala) had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lakhuwal (Ajnala)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakhuwal (Ajnala) was 58.89%. Male literacy was 63.02% and female literacy was 54.41%.