Jhokhar
About Jhokhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhokhar village is 026045. Jhokhar village is located in Jubbal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 122km away from district headquarter Jubbal. Jubbal is the sub-district headquarter of Jhokhar village. As per 2009 stats, Mandal is the gram panchayat of Jhokhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 67 hectares. Jhokhar has a total population of 326 peoples, out of which male population is 161 while female population is 165. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhokhar village is 74.85% out of which 83.85% males and 66.06% females are literate. There are about 75 houses in jhokhar village. Pincode of jhokhar village locality is 171216.
When it comes to administration, Jhokhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhokhar village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Jubbal is nearest town to jhokhar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhokhar
The population details of Jhokhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 161 | 165 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 244 | 135 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 26 | 56 |
Connectivity of Jhokhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhokhar
Where is Jhokhar located?
Jhokhar village is situated in Jubbal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhokhar is Mandal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhokhar?
The pincode of Jhokhar is 171216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhokhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhokhar is 326, with 161 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Jhokhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhokhar village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhokhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhokhar is 74.85%. The male literacy rate is 83.85%, while the female literacy rate is 66.06%.