Jawar
Jawar is a village located in Amb tehsil of Una district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Amb. Amb is the sub-district headquarter of Jawar village. As per 2009 stats, Jawar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jawar unique in its vibrant Amb-Una region. You’ll see Jawar’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 Jawar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jawar is 018236. The village spans a total geographical area of 235 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177210. Una is nearest town to Jawar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jawar 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 Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jawar
Population of Jawar
According to the 2011 Census, Jawar has a total population of about 956, with approximately 478 males and 478 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 426 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.93%, with male literacy at about 82.85% and female literacy near 73.01%. There are around 216 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jawar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 478 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 210 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 745 | 396 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 82 | 129 |
Connectivity of Jawar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jawar. As per the 2011 stats, Jawar 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 Jawar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jawar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jawar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jawar
- Where is Jawar located?
- Jawar village is situated in Amb Tehsil, within the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jawar?
- Jawar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jawar?
- The pincode of Jawar is 177210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jawar is 956, with 478 males and 478 females.
- How many households are there in Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jawar village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jawar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jawar is 77.93%. The male literacy rate is 82.85%, while the female literacy rate is 73.01%.