Jhankar

Jhankar is a village located in Bashohli tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Basohli. Kathua is the district headquarter of Jhankar village.

Jhankar has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Jhankar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhankar is 001736. The village spans a total geographical area of 1148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184201. Basohli is nearest town to Jhankar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Jhankar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,571 835 736
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 226 129 97
Scheduled Castes (SC) 80 41 39
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 24 14 10
Literate Population 884 556 328
Illiterate Population 687 279 408

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

  • The total population of Jhankar village is around 1,571, including approximately 835 males and 736 females, with a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 226 children aged 0–6 years in Jhankar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhankar village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jhankar village is about 56.27%, with male literacy at 66.59% and female literacy at 44.57%.
  • There are around 280 households in Jhankar village.

Connectivity of Jhankar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jhankar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhankar

Where is Jhankar located?
Jhankar village is situated in Bashohli Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Jhankar?
The pincode of Jhankar is 184201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhankar is 1,571, with 835 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Jhankar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhankar village has a total of 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhankar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhankar is 56.27%. The male literacy rate is 66.59%, while the female literacy rate is 44.57%.