Achintkot - Amritsar- II, Amritsar
Achintkot is a village situated in the Amritsar- II tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amritsar- Ii and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Achint Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Achintkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Achintkot is 037642. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 143107 pincode. Amritsar is the nearest town.
Achintkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amritsar North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Achintkot
According to the 2011 Census, Achintkot village had a total population of 1,135 people, including 625 males and 510 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.37%, with male literacy at 74.14% and female literacy at 59.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 553.
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 | 1,135 | 625 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 303 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 387 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 238 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Achintkot
Achintkot 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 Achintkot
Achintkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Achintkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Achintkot is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Achintkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Achintkot 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 Achintkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Achintkot 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 Achintkot
Where is Achintkot located?
Achintkot village is located in Amritsar- II Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Achintkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Achintkot is Achint Kot.
What is the pincode of Achintkot?
The pincode of Achintkot is 143107.
What is the population of Achintkot?
Achintkot had a total population of 1,135, including 625 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Achintkot?
Achintkot had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Achintkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Achintkot was 67.37%. Male literacy was 74.14% and female literacy was 59.00%.