Jhanjwani

Jhanjwani is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 140km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Jhanjwani village. As per 2009 stats, Dhagoli Kathli Bp is the gram panchayat of Jhanjwani village.

Jhanjwani has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Jhanjwani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhanjwani is 026645. The village spans a total geographical area of 465.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171208. Rohru is nearest town to Jhanjwani village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jhanjwani 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 Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Jhanjwani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 356 191 165
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 19 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 60 34 26
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 293 164 129
Illiterate Population 63 27 36

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

  • The total population of Jhanjwani village is around 356, including approximately 191 males and 165 females, with a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Jhanjwani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhanjwani village has 60 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhanjwani village is about 82.30%, with male literacy at 85.86% and female literacy at 78.18%.
  • There are around 70 households in Jhanjwani village.

Connectivity of Jhanjwani

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhanjwani

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

D P F Sindasli Sondari Sindasli Petarli Denwari Bakora Jabal D P F Jabal Dhar Jabal Dhar Kalga Patan Dhar Kashauni

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhanjwani

Where is Jhanjwani located?
Jhanjwani village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanjwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanjwani is Dhagoli Kathli Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhanjwani?
The pincode of Jhanjwani is 171208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhanjwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhanjwani is 356, with 191 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Jhanjwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhanjwani village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanjwani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhanjwani is 82.30%. The male literacy rate is 85.86%, while the female literacy rate is 78.18%.