Reru - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Reru is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Rerwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Reru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Reru is 029748. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.05 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Reru 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 Reru
As per Census 2011, Reru village has a total population of 832 people, consisting of 434 males and 398 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Reru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 434 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 154 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 276 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 158 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Reru
Reru 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 Reru
Reru 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 Reru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jalandhar to Reru is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Reru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Reru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Reru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Reru 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 Reru
Where is Reru located?
Reru village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Reru?
The Gram Panchayat of Reru is Rerwan.
What is the pincode of Reru?
The pincode of Reru is 144702.
What is the population of Reru?
Reru has a total population of 832, including 434 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Reru?
There are 144 households in Reru.
What is the literacy rate in Reru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Reru is 61.42%. Male literacy is 63.59% and female literacy is 59.05%.