Esra - Dhuri, Sangrur
Esra is a village situated in the Dhuri tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhuri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Issra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Esra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Esra is 039639. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.29 hectares and falls under the 148022 pincode. Malerkotla is the nearest town.
Esra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Esra
According to the 2011 Census, Esra village had a total population of 1,526 people, including 796 males and 730 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 78.01% and female literacy at 66.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 591.
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 | 1,526 | 796 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 82 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 314 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 557 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 239 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Esra
Esra 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 Esra
Esra 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 Esra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sangrur to Esra is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Esra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Esra 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 Esra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Esra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Esra
Where is Esra located?
Esra village is located in Dhuri Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Esra?
The Gram Panchayat of Esra is Issra.
What is the pincode of Esra?
The pincode of Esra is 148022.
What is the population of Esra?
Esra had a total population of 1,526, including 796 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Esra?
Esra had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Esra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Esra was 72.55%. Male literacy was 78.01% and female literacy was 66.77%.