Panju Rai
Panju Rai is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Panju Rai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Panju Rai unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Panju Rai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panju Rai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panju Rai is 037192. The village spans a total geographical area of 174 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143110. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Panju Rai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Panju Rai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panju Rai
Population of Panju Rai
According to the 2011 Census, Panju Rai has a total population of about 744, with approximately 390 males and 354 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.69%, with male literacy at about 52.56% and female literacy near 52.82%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panju Rai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 390 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 392 | 205 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 185 | 167 |
Connectivity of Panju Rai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panju Rai. As per the 2011 stats, Panju Rai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panju Rai
Knowing the nearby villages of Panju Rai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panju Rai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panju Rai
- Where is Panju Rai located?
- Panju Rai village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panju Rai?
- Panju Rai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Panju Rai?
- The pincode of Panju Rai is 143110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panju Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panju Rai is 744, with 390 males and 354 females.
- How many households are there in Panju Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panju Rai village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panju Rai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panju Rai is 52.69%. The male literacy rate is 52.56%, while the female literacy rate is 52.82%.