Jhanana - Bhaderwah, Doda
Jhanana is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Dradhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhanana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhanana is 004450. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.5 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jhanana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhanana
According to the 2011 Census, Jhanana village had a total population of 172 people, including 95 males and 77 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.79%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 65 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 30 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Jhanana
Jhanana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhanana
Public transport in the Jhanana is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baderwah to Jhanana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Jhanana is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhanana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhanana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhanana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhanana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhanana
Where is Jhanana located?
Jhanana village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanana?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanana is Dradhu.
What is the pincode of Jhanana?
The pincode of Jhanana is 182221.
What is the population of Jhanana?
Jhanana had a total population of 172, including 95 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Jhanana?
Jhanana had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhanana was 72.79%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 60.87%.