Randhirgarh - Jagraon, Ludhiana
Randhirgarh is a village situated in the Jagraon tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagraon and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Randhirgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Randhirgarh is 033765. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 142030 pincode. Jagraon is the nearest town.
Randhirgarh 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 Randhirgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Randhirgarh village had a total population of 660 people, including 348 males and 312 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.87%, with male literacy at 86.58% and female literacy at 72.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 660 | 348 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 271 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 77 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Randhirgarh
Randhirgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhamipura | West | 2.24 km |
| Roomi | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Akhara | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Lamma | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Kamalpura | East | 4.40 km |
| Bir Akhara | North | 4.67 km |
| Dehrka | West | 4.90 km |
| Manuke | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Agwar Ladhai | North | 5.19 km |
| Dholan | North-East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Randhirgarh
Randhirgarh 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 Jagraon, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ludhiana to Randhirgarh is about 51 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 Randhirgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Randhirgarh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Randhirgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Randhirgarh 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 Randhirgarh
Where is Randhirgarh located?
Randhirgarh village is located in Jagraon Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Randhirgarh?
Randhirgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Randhirgarh?
The pincode of Randhirgarh is 142030.
What is the population of Randhirgarh?
Randhirgarh had a total population of 660, including 348 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Randhirgarh?
Randhirgarh had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Randhirgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Randhirgarh was 79.87%. Male literacy was 86.58% and female literacy was 72.57%.