Rame - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Rame is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Rame village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rame is 029710. The village covers a total geographical area of 321 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Rame village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rame
As per Census 2011, Rame village has a total population of 1,218 people, consisting of 628 males and 590 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 592 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 954 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rame are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,218 | 628 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 954 | 481 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 361 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 267 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Rame
Rame 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 Rame
Public transport in the Rame is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rame.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jalandhar to Rame is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rame
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rame village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rame
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rame village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rame
Where is Rame located?
Rame village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rame?
Rame is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rame?
The pincode of Rame is 144702.
What is the population of Rame?
Rame has a total population of 1,218, including 628 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Rame?
There are 199 households in Rame.
What is the literacy rate in Rame?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rame is 48.60%. Male literacy is 57.48% and female literacy is 39.15%.