Jhajra

Jhajra is a village located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 98km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Jhajra village. As per 2009 stats, Nawan Gram is the gram panchayat of Jhajra village.

Jhajra has its own place in the vibrant Solan 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 Jhajra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhajra is 020816. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174101. Nalagarh is nearest town to Jhajra village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jhajra 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 Nalagarh 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 Jhajra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 484 251 233
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 35 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 93 50 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 293 170 123
Illiterate Population 191 81 110

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

  • The total population of Jhajra village is around 484, including approximately 251 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Jhajra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhajra village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhajra village is about 60.54%, with male literacy at 67.73% and female literacy at 52.79%.
  • There are around 86 households in Jhajra village.

Connectivity of Jhajra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhajra. As per the 2011 stats, Jhajra 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhajra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhajra

Where is Jhajra located?
Jhajra village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhajra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhajra is Nawan Gram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhajra?
The pincode of Jhajra is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhajra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhajra is 484, with 251 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Jhajra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhajra village has a total of 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhajra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhajra is 60.54%. The male literacy rate is 67.73%, while the female literacy rate is 52.79%.