Jhab
Jhab is a village located in Devgadbaria taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Devgadbaria (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Jhab village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhab has its own place in the vibrant Dohad 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 Jhab
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhab is 519573. The village spans a total geographical area of 653.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389380. Devgadbaria is nearest town to Jhab village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhab village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dahod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhab
Population of Jhab
Below is a concise population overview of Jhab as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 910 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 171 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 883 | 542 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 368 | 555 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhab village:
- The total population of Jhab village is around 1,806, including approximately 910 males and 896 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Jhab village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhab village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 348 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhab village is about 48.89%, with male literacy at 59.56% and female literacy at 38.06%.
- There are around 283 households in Jhab village.
Connectivity of Jhab
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhab. As per the 2011 stats, Jhab had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhab
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhab helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhab.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhab
- Where is Jhab located?
- Jhab village is situated in Devgadbaria Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhab?
- Jhab serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhab?
- The pincode of Jhab is 389380, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhab is 1,806, with 910 males and 896 females.
- How many households are there in Jhab as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhab village has a total of 283 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhab as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhab is 48.89%. The male literacy rate is 59.56%, while the female literacy rate is 38.06%.