Sarai - Ajnala, Amritsar
Sarai 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 . Sarai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai is 037277. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 143102 pincode. Ajnala is the nearest town.
Sarai 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 Sarai
According to the 2011 Census, Sarai village had a total population of 1,411 people, including 751 males and 660 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.73%, with male literacy at 69.82% and female literacy at 58.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 876.
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 | 1,411 | 751 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 876 | 473 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 802 | 465 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 286 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai
Sarai 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 Sarai
Sarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Sarai 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 Sarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarai
Where is Sarai located?
Sarai village is located in Ajnala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarai?
Sarai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarai?
The pincode of Sarai is 143102.
What is the population of Sarai?
Sarai had a total population of 1,411, including 751 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Sarai?
Sarai had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai was 64.73%. Male literacy was 69.82% and female literacy was 58.81%.