Jonta
Jonta is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 51km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Jonta village. As per 2009 stats, Punder is the gram panchayat of Jonta village.
Here you can discover what makes Jonta unique in its vibrant Nurpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Jonta’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 Jonta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jonta is 008636. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176200. Nurpur is nearest town to Jonta village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jonta 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 Nurpur 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.
Google Map of Jonta
Population of Jonta
According to the 2011 Census, Jonta has a total population of about 642, with approximately 310 males and 332 females. The sex ratio is around 1070 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 78. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.61%, with male literacy at about 78.06% and female literacy near 71.39%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jonta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 642 | 310 | 332 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
Literate Population | 479 | 242 | 237 |
Illiterate Population | 163 | 68 | 95 |
Connectivity of Jonta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jonta. As per the 2011 stats, Jonta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jonta
Knowing the nearby villages of Jonta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jonta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jonta
- Where is Jonta located?
- Jonta village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jonta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jonta is Punder (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jonta?
- The pincode of Jonta is 176200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jonta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jonta is 642, with 310 males and 332 females.
- How many households are there in Jonta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jonta village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jonta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jonta is 74.61%. The male literacy rate is 78.06%, while the female literacy rate is 71.39%.