Jadu

Jadu is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Jadu village. As per 2009 stats, Kuljyar is the gram panchayat of Jadu village.

Here you can discover what makes Jadu unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Jadu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Jadu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jadu is 019273. The village spans a total geographical area of 166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174011. Naina Devi is nearest town to Jadu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jadu 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 Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur 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 Jadu

According to the 2011 Census, Jadu has a total population of about 359, with approximately 184 males and 175 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 183 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.31%, with male literacy at about 75.54% and female literacy near 66.86%. There are around 64 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jadu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 359 184 175
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 23 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 183 100 83
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 256 139 117
Illiterate Population 103 45 58

Connectivity of Jadu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jadu. As per the 2011 stats, Jadu 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jadu

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jadu

Where is Jadu located?
Jadu village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jadu is Kuljyar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jadu?
The pincode of Jadu is 174011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jadu is 359, with 184 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Jadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jadu village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jadu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jadu is 71.31%. The male literacy rate is 75.54%, while the female literacy rate is 66.86%.