Amargarh Urf Kaler - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Amargarh Urf Kaler is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Amargarh Kaler serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amargarh Urf Kaler village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amargarh Urf Kaler is 033882. The village covers a total geographical area of 363 hectares and falls under the 142036 pincode. Jagraon is the nearest town.
Amargarh Urf Kaler village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amargarh Urf Kaler
As per Census 2011, Amargarh Urf Kaler village has a total population of 2,383 people, consisting of 1,214 males and 1,169 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,684 literate and 699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,053 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amargarh Urf Kaler are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,383 | 1,214 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 96 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,053 | 548 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 932 | 752 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 282 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Amargarh Urf Kaler
Amargarh Urf Kaler is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Agwar Lopon Khurd | South | 2.21 km |
| Galib Kalan | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Galib Khurd | North | 3.29 km |
| Sherpur Khurd | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Agwar Khawaja Baju | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Patti Sham Singh | South | 4.51 km |
| Galib Ran Singh | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Agwar Gujjran | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Swaddi Khurd | East | 4.82 km |
| Killi Chahlan | West | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amargarh Urf Kaler
Amargarh Urf Kaler is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nanaksar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.1 km.
| 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 Ludhiana to Amargarh Urf Kaler is about 50 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 Amargarh Urf Kaler
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amargarh Urf Kaler 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 Amargarh Urf Kaler
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amargarh Urf Kaler 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 Amargarh Urf Kaler
Where is Amargarh Urf Kaler located?
Amargarh Urf Kaler village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amargarh Urf Kaler?
The Gram Panchayat of Amargarh Urf Kaler is Amargarh Kaler.
What is the pincode of Amargarh Urf Kaler?
The pincode of Amargarh Urf Kaler is 142036.
What is the population of Amargarh Urf Kaler?
Amargarh Urf Kaler has a total population of 2,383, including 1,214 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Amargarh Urf Kaler?
There are 468 households in Amargarh Urf Kaler.
What is the literacy rate in Amargarh Urf Kaler?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amargarh Urf Kaler is 70.67%. Male literacy is 76.77% and female literacy is 64.33%.