Jajwar

Jajwar is a village located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 63km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Jajwar village. As per 2009 stats, Sihorpai is the gram panchayat of Jajwar village.

Jajwar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Jajwar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jajwar is 010515. The village spans a total geographical area of 126.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176031. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Jajwar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jajwar 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Jajwar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 438 226 212
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 23 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 50 28 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 345 185 160
Illiterate Population 93 41 52

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

  • The total population of Jajwar village is around 438, including approximately 226 males and 212 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Jajwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jajwar village has 50 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jajwar village is about 78.77%, with male literacy at 81.86% and female literacy at 75.47%.
  • There are around 107 households in Jajwar village.

Connectivity of Jajwar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jajwar. As per the 2011 stats, Jajwar 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 Jajwar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jajwar

Where is Jajwar located?
Jajwar village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajwar is Sihorpai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jajwar?
The pincode of Jajwar is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jajwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jajwar is 438, with 226 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Jajwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jajwar village has a total of 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jajwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jajwar is 78.77%. The male literacy rate is 81.86%, while the female literacy rate is 75.47%.