Jafarkot

Jafarkot is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Jafar Kot is the gram panchayat of Jafarkot village.

Jafarkot has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar 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 Jafarkot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jafarkot is 037148. The village spans a total geographical area of 281 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143102. Ajnala is nearest town to Jafarkot village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jafarkot 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 Ajnala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar 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 Jafarkot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,013 550 463
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 73 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 16 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 531 318 213
Illiterate Population 482 232 250

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

  • The total population of Jafarkot village is around 1,013, including approximately 550 males and 463 females, with a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Jafarkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jafarkot village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jafarkot village is about 52.42%, with male literacy at 57.82% and female literacy at 46.00%.
  • There are around 202 households in Jafarkot village.

Connectivity of Jafarkot

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jafarkot

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jafarkot

Where is Jafarkot located?
Jafarkot village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jafarkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jafarkot is Jafar Kot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jafarkot?
The pincode of Jafarkot is 143102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jafarkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jafarkot is 1,013, with 550 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Jafarkot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jafarkot village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jafarkot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jafarkot is 52.42%. The male literacy rate is 57.82%, while the female literacy rate is 46.00%.