Vehra
Vehra is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Vehra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vehra unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Vehra’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 Vehra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vehra is 037179. The village spans a total geographical area of 300 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143110. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Vehra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Vehra 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 Amritsar central 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 Vehra
Population of Vehra
According to the 2011 Census, Vehra has a total population of about 943, with approximately 499 males and 444 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 351 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 39.45%, with male literacy at about 44.09% and female literacy near 34.23%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vehra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 943 | 499 | 444 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 189 | 162 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 372 | 220 | 152 |
Illiterate Population | 571 | 279 | 292 |
Connectivity of Vehra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vehra. As per the 2011 stats, Vehra 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 Vehra
Knowing the nearby villages of Vehra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vehra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vehra
- Where is Vehra located?
- Vehra village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vehra?
- Vehra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vehra?
- The pincode of Vehra is 143110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vehra is 943, with 499 males and 444 females.
- How many households are there in Vehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vehra village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vehra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vehra is 39.45%. The male literacy rate is 44.09%, while the female literacy rate is 34.23%.