Sarja
Sarja is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Sarja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarja unique in its vibrant Baba Bakala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Sarja’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 Sarja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarja is 037746. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143303. Rayya is nearest town to Sarja village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sarja
Population of Sarja
According to the 2011 Census, Sarja has a total population of about 1,192, with approximately 621 males and 571 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 739 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 67.03%, with male literacy at about 71.50% and female literacy near 62.17%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 621 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 739 | 381 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 799 | 444 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 177 | 216 |
Connectivity of Sarja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarja. As per the 2011 stats, Sarja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarja
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarja
- Where is Sarja located?
- Sarja village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarja?
- Sarja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarja?
- The pincode of Sarja is 143303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarja is 1,192, with 621 males and 571 females.
- How many households are there in Sarja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarja village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarja is 67.03%. The male literacy rate is 71.50%, while the female literacy rate is 62.17%.