Jahu Kalan
Jahu Kalan is a village located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Jahu Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Jahu is the gram panchayat of Jahu Kalan village.
Jahu Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur 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 Jahu Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jahu Kalan is 017975. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176048. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Jahu Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jahu Kalan 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 Bhoranj 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 Jahu Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Jahu Kalan 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 | 1,344 | 652 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 238 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 993 | 517 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 135 | 216 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jahu Kalan village:
- The total population of Jahu Kalan village is around 1,344, including approximately 652 males and 692 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Jahu Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jahu Kalan village has 504 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jahu Kalan village is about 73.88%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 68.79%.
- There are around 316 households in Jahu Kalan village.
Connectivity of Jahu Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jahu Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Jahu Kalan 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 Jahu Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jahu Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jahu Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jahu Kalan
- Where is Jahu Kalan located?
- Jahu Kalan village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jahu Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jahu Kalan is Jahu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jahu Kalan?
- The pincode of Jahu Kalan is 176048, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jahu Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jahu Kalan is 1,344, with 652 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Jahu Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jahu Kalan village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jahu Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jahu Kalan is 73.88%. The male literacy rate is 79.29%, while the female literacy rate is 68.79%.