Rokhey
Rokhey is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Rokhey village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rokhey unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Rokhey’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 Rokhey
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rokhey is 037360. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143102. Ajnala is nearest town to Rokhey village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Rokhey 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 Raja sansi 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 Rokhey
Population of Rokhey
According to the 2011 Census, Rokhey has a total population of about 1,490, with approximately 781 males and 709 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 671 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 57.18%, with male literacy at about 64.92% and female literacy near 48.66%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rokhey's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,490 | 781 | 709 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 77 | 86 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 359 | 312 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 852 | 507 | 345 |
Illiterate Population | 638 | 274 | 364 |
Connectivity of Rokhey
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rokhey. As per the 2011 stats, Rokhey had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rokhey
Knowing the nearby villages of Rokhey helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rokhey.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rokhey
- Where is Rokhey located?
- Rokhey village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rokhey?
- Rokhey serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rokhey?
- The pincode of Rokhey is 143102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rokhey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rokhey is 1,490, with 781 males and 709 females.
- How many households are there in Rokhey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rokhey village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rokhey as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rokhey is 57.18%. The male literacy rate is 64.92%, while the female literacy rate is 48.66%.