Saharan - Ajnala, Amritsar
Saharan is a village situated in the Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. Ghoney Wahala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saharan is 037085. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 143603 pincode. Ramdas is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Saharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Saharan
Saharan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamalpura | South | 1.16 km |
| Kamalpur Kalan | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Arazi Sahran | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Shahzada | South | 2.36 km |
| Nissoke | South | 2.47 km |
| Machhiwala | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Jatta | South | 3.01 km |
| Talib Pur | South | 3.50 km |
| Mansoor | East | 3.77 km |
| Mango Naru | South-East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saharan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saharan. The nearest railway station is Jaintipura, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramdas to Saharan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saharan
Where is Saharan located?
Saharan village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Saharan is Ghoney Wahala.
What is the pincode of Saharan?
The pincode of Saharan is 143603.