Riar

Riar is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Riyar is the gram panchayat of Riar village.

Here you can discover what makes Riar unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Riar’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 Riar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Riar is 037424. The village spans a total geographical area of 212 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143606. Ajnala is nearest town to Riar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Riar 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 Ajnala 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.

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Population of Riar

According to the 2011 Census, Riar has a total population of about 958, with approximately 512 males and 446 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 126 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 247 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 67.95%, with male literacy at about 71.68% and female literacy near 63.68%. There are around 206 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Riar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 958 512 446
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 73 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 247 132 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 651 367 284
Illiterate Population 307 145 162

Connectivity of Riar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Riar. As per the 2011 stats, Riar 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 Riar

Knowing the nearby villages of Riar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Riar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Riar

Where is Riar located?
Riar village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riar?
The Gram Panchayat of Riar is Riyar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Riar?
The pincode of Riar is 143606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Riar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Riar is 958, with 512 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Riar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Riar village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Riar is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 71.68%, while the female literacy rate is 63.68%.