Riar - Ajnala, Amritsar
Riar is a village situated in the Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajnala and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Riyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Riar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Riar is 037424. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Ajnala is the nearest town.
Riar 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 Riar
As per Census 2011, Riar village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 512 males and 446 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 651 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Riar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 512 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 132 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 367 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 145 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Riar
Riar 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 Riar
Public transport in the Riar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Riar is about 27 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 Riar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Riar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Riar 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 Riar
Where is Riar located?
Riar village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riar?
The Gram Panchayat of Riar is Riyar.
What is the pincode of Riar?
The pincode of Riar is 143102.
What is the population of Riar?
Riar has a total population of 958, including 512 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Riar?
There are 206 households in Riar.
What is the literacy rate in Riar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riar is 67.95%. Male literacy is 71.68% and female literacy is 63.68%.