Wachhoa
Wachhoa is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Wachhoa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wachhoa unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Wachhoa’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 Wachhoa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wachhoa is 037349. The village spans a total geographical area of 763 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143103. Ajnala is nearest town to Wachhoa village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Wachhoa 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.
Google Map of Wachhoa
Population of Wachhoa
According to the 2011 Census, Wachhoa has a total population of about 3,296, with approximately 1,757 males and 1,539 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 444 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,173 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 60.01%, with male literacy at about 64.20% and female literacy near 55.23%. There are around 667 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wachhoa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,296 | 1,757 | 1,539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 247 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,173 | 631 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,978 | 1,128 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,318 | 629 | 689 |
Connectivity of Wachhoa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wachhoa. As per the 2011 stats, Wachhoa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wachhoa
Knowing the nearby villages of Wachhoa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wachhoa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wachhoa
- Where is Wachhoa located?
- Wachhoa village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wachhoa?
- Wachhoa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Wachhoa?
- The pincode of Wachhoa is 143103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wachhoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wachhoa is 3,296, with 1,757 males and 1,539 females.
- How many households are there in Wachhoa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wachhoa village has a total of 667 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wachhoa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wachhoa is 60.01%. The male literacy rate is 64.20%, while the female literacy rate is 55.23%.