Aima - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Aima is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Aima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aima is 032386. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Aima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Aima
According to the 2011 Census, Aima village had a total population of 172 people, including 92 males and 80 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.21%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 63.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 76 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 16 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Aima
Aima 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 Aima
Aima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Aima is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aima 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aima 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 Aima
Where is Aima located?
Aima village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aima?
Aima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aima?
The pincode of Aima is 144521.
What is the population of Aima?
Aima had a total population of 172, including 92 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Aima?
Aima had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aima was 78.21%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 63.01%.