Josar

Josar is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Jyotisar is the gram panchayat of Josar village.

Josar has its own place in the vibrant Kurukshetra 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 Josar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Josar is 058511. The village spans a total geographical area of 1134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 132119. Thanesar is nearest town to Josar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Josar 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 Tanesar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Josar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,485 3,364 3,121
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 953 488 465
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,367 1,219 1,148
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,979 2,317 1,662
Illiterate Population 2,506 1,047 1,459

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

  • The total population of Josar village is around 6,485, including approximately 3,364 males and 3,121 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 953 children aged 0–6 years in Josar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Josar village has 2,367 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Josar village is about 61.36%, with male literacy at 68.88% and female literacy at 53.25%.
  • There are around 1,219 households in Josar village.

Connectivity of Josar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Josar. As per the 2011 stats, Josar 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 village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Josar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Josar

Where is Josar located?
Josar village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Josar?
The Gram Panchayat of Josar is Jyotisar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Josar?
The pincode of Josar is 132119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Josar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Josar is 6,485, with 3,364 males and 3,121 females.
How many households are there in Josar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Josar village has a total of 1,219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Josar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Josar is 61.36%. The male literacy rate is 68.88%, while the female literacy rate is 53.25%.