Alkare
Alkare is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Alkarey is the gram panchayat of Alkare village.
Alkare has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Alkare
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alkare is 037497. The village spans a total geographical area of 153 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143601. Majitha is nearest town to Alkare village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Alkare 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 Majitha 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 Alkare
Population of Alkare
Below is a concise population overview of Alkare as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 404 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 139 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 541 | 279 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 125 | 160 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alkare village:
- The total population of Alkare village is around 826, including approximately 404 males and 422 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Alkare village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Alkare village has 281 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Alkare village is about 65.50%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 62.09%.
- There are around 156 households in Alkare village.
Connectivity of Alkare
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alkare. As per the 2011 stats, Alkare 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Alkare
Knowing the nearby villages of Alkare helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alkare.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alkare
- Where is Alkare located?
- Alkare village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alkare?
- The Gram Panchayat of Alkare is Alkarey (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Alkare?
- The pincode of Alkare is 143601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alkare as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alkare is 826, with 404 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Alkare as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alkare village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alkare as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alkare is 65.50%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 62.09%.