Railon
Railon is a village located in Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bassi Pathana (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Railon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Railon unique in its vibrant Bassi Pathana-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Railon’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 Railon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Railon is 032564. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140412. Fatehgarh Sahib is nearest town to Railon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Railon
Population of Railon
According to the 2011 Census, Railon has a total population of about 1,373, with approximately 738 males and 635 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 519 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 73.42%, with male literacy at about 79.27% and female literacy near 66.61%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Railon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,373 | 738 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 280 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 585 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 153 | 212 |
Connectivity of Railon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Railon. As per the 2011 stats, Railon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Railon
Knowing the nearby villages of Railon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Railon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Railon
- Where is Railon located?
- Railon village is situated in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Railon?
- Railon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Railon?
- The pincode of Railon is 140412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Railon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Railon is 1,373, with 738 males and 635 females.
- How many households are there in Railon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Railon village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Railon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Railon is 73.42%. The male literacy rate is 79.27%, while the female literacy rate is 66.61%.