Rount - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Rount is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Raunt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rount village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rount is 029727. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.81 hectares and falls under the 144703 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Rount 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 Rount
According to the 2011 Census, Rount village had a total population of 885 people, including 472 males and 413 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 79.75% and female literacy at 70.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 481.
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 | 885 | 472 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 67 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 257 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 323 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 149 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Rount
Rount 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 Rount
Rount is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Rount.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rount is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rount
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rount village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rount
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rount 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 Rount
Where is Rount located?
Rount village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rount?
The Gram Panchayat of Rount is Raunt.
What is the pincode of Rount?
The pincode of Rount is 144703.
What is the population of Rount?
Rount had a total population of 885, including 472 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Rount?
Rount had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rount?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rount was 75.13%. Male literacy was 79.75% and female literacy was 70.08%.