Jhaj
About Jhaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhaj village is 006861. Jhaj village is located in Chaurah tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 94km away from district headquarter Bhanjraru. Bhanjraru is the sub-district headquarter of Jhaj village. As per 2009 stats, Jhajja Kothi is the gram panchayat of Jhaj village.
The total geographical area of village is 240 hectares. Jhaj has a total population of 635 peoples, out of which male population is 310 while female population is 325. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1048 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhaj village is 46.30% out of which 56.77% males and 36.31% females are literate. There are about 119 houses in jhaj village. Pincode of jhaj village locality is 176316.
When it comes to administration, Jhaj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhaj village comes under Churah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to jhaj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhaj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 635 | 310 | 325 |
| Children (0-6) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 104 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 176 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 134 | 207 |
Connectivity of Jhaj
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhaj
Where is Jhaj located?
Jhaj village is situated in Chaurah Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaj?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaj is Jhajja Kothi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhaj?
The pincode of Jhaj is 176316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhaj is 635, with 310 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhaj village has a total of 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhaj is 46.30%. The male literacy rate is 56.77%, while the female literacy rate is 36.31%.