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
According to the 2011 Census, Riar village had a total population of 958 people, including 512 males and 446 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.25%, with male literacy at 83.60% and female literacy at 72.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247.
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 | 958 | 512 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 132 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 958, including 512 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Riar?
Riar had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riar was 78.25%. Male literacy was 83.60% and female literacy was 72.26%.