Jhanwan

Jhanwan is a village located in Noorsarai subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Noorsarai (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Andhna is the gram panchayat of Jhanwan village.

Jhanwan has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jhanwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhanwan is 244658. The village spans a total geographical area of 185 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Jhanwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Jhanwan

Below is a concise population overview of Jhanwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,586 1,896 1,690
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 588 301 287
Scheduled Castes (SC) 864 448 416
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,036 1,266 770
Illiterate Population 1,550 630 920

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhanwan village:

  • The total population of Jhanwan village is around 3,586, including approximately 1,896 males and 1,690 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 588 children aged 0–6 years in Jhanwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhanwan village has 864 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhanwan village is about 56.78%, with male literacy at 66.77% and female literacy at 45.56%.
  • There are around 603 households in Jhanwan village.

Connectivity of Jhanwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhanwan. As per the 2011 stats, Jhanwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhanwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhanwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhanwan.

Jamnapur Pariaunna Chak Chandasi Chandasi Andhana Bara Khurd Ajaipur Isapur Ajnaura Rasalpur Kathanpura

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhanwan

Where is Jhanwan located?
Jhanwan village is situated in Noorsarai Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanwan is Andhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Jhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhanwan is 3,586, with 1,896 males and 1,690 females.
How many households are there in Jhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhanwan village has a total of 603 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhanwan is 56.78%. The male literacy rate is 66.77%, while the female literacy rate is 45.56%.