Jhukan

Jhukan is a village located in Padhar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Padhar. Padhar is the sub-district headquarter of Jhukan village. As per 2009 stats, Latran Drg is the gram panchayat of Jhukan village.

Here you can discover what makes Jhukan unique in its vibrant Padhar-Mandi region. You’ll see Jhukan’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 Jhukan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhukan is 013014. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176122. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Jhukan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jhukan 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.

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Population of Jhukan

According to the 2011 Census, Jhukan has a total population of about 142, with approximately 75 males and 67 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.00%, with male literacy at about 57.33% and female literacy near 41.79%. There are around 27 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhukan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 142 75 67
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 22 12 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 71 43 28
Illiterate Population 71 32 39

Connectivity of Jhukan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhukan. As per the 2011 stats, Jhukan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhukan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhukan

Where is Jhukan located?

Jhukan village is situated in Padhar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Jhukan?

The Gram Panchayat of Jhukan is Latran Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Jhukan?

The pincode of Jhukan is 176122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Jhukan as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhukan is 142, with 75 males and 67 females.

How many households are there in Jhukan as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Jhukan village has a total of 27 households.

What is the literacy rate in Jhukan as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhukan is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 57.33%, while the female literacy rate is 41.79%.