Mahar
About Mahar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mahar village is 037320. Mahar village is located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Mohar is the gram panchayat of Mahar village.
The total geographical area of village is 324 hectares. Mahar has a total population of 1,370 peoples, out of which male population is 735 while female population is 635. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 863 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mahar village is 70.80% out of which 74.42% males and 66.61% females are literate. There are about 257 houses in mahar village. Pincode of mahar village locality is 143415.
When it comes to administration, Mahar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mahar village comes under Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency & Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency. Ajnala is nearest town to mahar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Mahar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 735 | 635 |
| Children (0-6) | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 264 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 970 | 547 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 188 | 212 |
Connectivity of Mahar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahar
Where is Mahar located?
Mahar village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahar is Mohar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahar?
The pincode of Mahar is 143415, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahar is 1,370, with 735 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahar village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahar is 70.80%. The male literacy rate is 74.42%, while the female literacy rate is 66.61%.