Abohar (Rural) - Abohar, Fazilka
Abohar (Rural) is a village situated in the Abohar tehsil of Fazilka district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Abohar and around 90 km from Firozpur. Dhani Latkan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abohar (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abohar (Rural) is 035180. The village covers a total geographical area of 4861 hectares and falls under the 152118 pincode. Abohar is the nearest town.
Abohar (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Abohar (Rural)
According to the 2011 Census, Abohar (Rural) village had a total population of 19,262 people, including 10,666 males and 8,596 females, living in 3,705 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.39%, with male literacy at 76.61% and female literacy at 58.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10,278.
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 | 19,262 | 10,666 | 8,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,567 | 1,361 | 1,206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10,278 | 5,378 | 4,900 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11,417 | 7,129 | 4,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,845 | 3,537 | 4,308 |
Nearby Villages of Abohar (Rural)
Abohar (Rural) 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 Abohar (Rural)
Abohar (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Abohar (Rural).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Firozpur to Abohar (Rural) is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abohar (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abohar (Rural) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Abohar (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abohar (Rural) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Abohar (Rural)
Where is Abohar (Rural) located?
Abohar (Rural) village is located in Abohar Tehsil, Fazilka district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Abohar (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Abohar (Rural) is Dhani Latkan.
What is the pincode of Abohar (Rural)?
The pincode of Abohar (Rural) is 152118.
What is the population of Abohar (Rural)?
Abohar (Rural) had a total population of 19,262, including 10,666 males and 8,596 females.
How many households are there in Abohar (Rural)?
Abohar (Rural) had 3,705 households.
What is the literacy rate in Abohar (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abohar (Rural) was 68.39%. Male literacy was 76.61% and female literacy was 58.02%.