Jhand
Jhand is a village located in Padhar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Padhar. Padhar is the sub-district headquarter of Jhand village. As per 2009 stats, Kufri Drg is the gram panchayat of Jhand village.
Jhand has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Jhand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhand is 013119. The village spans a total geographical area of 130.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176121. Mandi is nearest town to Jhand village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jhand 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 Darang Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhand
Population of Jhand
Below is a concise population overview of Jhand 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 | 276 | 152 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 206 | 124 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhand village:
- The total population of Jhand village is around 276, including approximately 152 males and 124 females, with a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Jhand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhand village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jhand village is about 74.64%, with male literacy at 81.58% and female literacy at 66.13%.
- There are around 54 households in Jhand village.
Connectivity of Jhand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhand. As per the 2011 stats, Jhand 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 Jhand
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhand
- Where is Jhand located?
- Jhand village is situated in Padhar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhand is Kufri Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhand?
- The pincode of Jhand is 176121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhand is 276, with 152 males and 124 females.
- How many households are there in Jhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhand village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhand is 74.64%. The male literacy rate is 81.58%, while the female literacy rate is 66.13%.