Ajmer - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Ajmer is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Ajmer village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajmer is 031259. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Ajmer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajmer
According to the 2011 Census, Ajmer village had a total population of 901 people, including 462 males and 439 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.43%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 85.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 901 | 462 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 390 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 72 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Ajmer
Ajmer 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 Ajmer
Ajmer is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ajmer.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Ajmer is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajmer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajmer 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 Ajmer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajmer 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 Ajmer
Where is Ajmer located?
Ajmer village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ajmer?
Ajmer is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ajmer?
The pincode of Ajmer is 144532.
What is the population of Ajmer?
Ajmer had a total population of 901, including 462 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Ajmer?
Ajmer had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajmer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajmer was 90.43%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 85.35%.