Raia Wala - Amloh, Fatehgarh Sahib
Raia Wala is a village situated in the Amloh tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amloh and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Rayewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raia Wala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raia Wala is 032820. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 147203 pincode. Amloh is the nearest town.
Raia Wala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amloh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raia Wala
According to the 2011 Census, Raia Wala village had a total population of 963 people, including 515 males and 448 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.87%, with male literacy at 78.96% and female literacy at 63.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273.
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 | 963 | 515 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 54 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 364 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 151 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Raia Wala
Raia Wala 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 Raia Wala
Public transport in the Raia Wala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Raia Wala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehgarh Sahib to Raia Wala is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raia Wala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raia Wala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raia Wala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raia Wala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raia Wala
Where is Raia Wala located?
Raia Wala village is located in Amloh Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raia Wala?
The Gram Panchayat of Raia Wala is Rayewal.
What is the pincode of Raia Wala?
The pincode of Raia Wala is 147203.
What is the population of Raia Wala?
Raia Wala had a total population of 963, including 515 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Raia Wala?
Raia Wala had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raia Wala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raia Wala was 71.87%. Male literacy was 78.96% and female literacy was 63.90%.