Jhook
Jhook is a village located in Mahendragarh tehsil of Mahendragarh district in Haryana, India. It is situated 6km away from Mahendragarh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhook village. As per 2009 stats, Jhook village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhook has its own place in the vibrant Mahendragarh 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 Jhook
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhook is 061992. The village spans a total geographical area of 426 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 123029. Mahendergarh is nearest town to Jhook village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jhook 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 Mahendragarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhook
Population of Jhook
Below is a concise population overview of Jhook 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 | 1,917 | 993 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 112 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 816 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 177 | 379 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhook village:
- The total population of Jhook village is around 1,917, including approximately 993 males and 924 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Jhook village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhook village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jhook village is about 71.00%, with male literacy at 82.18% and female literacy at 58.98%.
- There are around 390 households in Jhook village.
Connectivity of Jhook
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhook. As per the 2011 stats, Jhook 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhook
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhook helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhook.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhook
- Where is Jhook located?
- Jhook village is situated in Mahendragarh Tehsil, within the Mahendragarh district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhook?
- Jhook serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhook?
- The pincode of Jhook is 123029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhook as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhook is 1,917, with 993 males and 924 females.
- How many households are there in Jhook as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhook village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhook as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhook is 71.00%. The male literacy rate is 82.18%, while the female literacy rate is 58.98%.