Jamalpur Shekhan - Tohana, Fatehabad
Jamalpur Shekhan is a village situated in the Tohana tehsil of Fatehabad district, Haryana. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tohana and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Fatehabad. Jamalpur Shaikhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamalpur Shekhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur Shekhan is 060376. The village covers a total geographical area of 2254 hectares and falls under the 125120 pincode. Tohana is the nearest town.
Jamalpur Shekhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamalpur Shekhan
As per Census 2011, Jamalpur Shekhan village has a total population of 9,944 people, consisting of 5,121 males and 4,823 females. The village has 1,865 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,243 literate and 4,701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,892 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalpur Shekhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,944 | 5,121 | 4,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,365 | 750 | 615 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,892 | 2,486 | 2,406 |
| Literate Population | 5,243 | 3,008 | 2,235 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,701 | 2,113 | 2,588 |
Nearby Villages of Jamalpur Shekhan
Jamalpur Shekhan 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 Jamalpur Shekhan
Jamalpur Shekhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jamalpur Shekhan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Fatehabad to Jamalpur Shekhan is about 52 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 Jamalpur Shekhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamalpur Shekhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamalpur Shekhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamalpur Shekhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamalpur Shekhan
Where is Jamalpur Shekhan located?
Jamalpur Shekhan village is located in Tohana Tehsil, Fatehabad district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur Shekhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamalpur Shekhan is Jamalpur Shaikhan.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur Shekhan?
The pincode of Jamalpur Shekhan is 125120.
What is the population of Jamalpur Shekhan?
Jamalpur Shekhan has a total population of 9,944, including 5,121 males and 4,823 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur Shekhan?
There are 1,865 households in Jamalpur Shekhan.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur Shekhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur Shekhan is 52.73%. Male literacy is 58.74% and female literacy is 46.34%.