Jauns
Jauns 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 26km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Jauns village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jauns unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Jauns’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 Jauns
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jauns is 037319. The village spans a total geographical area of 295 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143415. Ajnala is nearest town to Jauns village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jauns 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 Amritsar central 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.
Google Map of Jauns
Population of Jauns
According to the 2011 Census, Jauns has a total population of about 1,528, with approximately 827 males and 701 females. The sex ratio is around 847 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 551 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 59.55%, with male literacy at about 64.33% and female literacy near 53.92%. There are around 288 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jauns's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,528 | 827 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 103 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 285 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 910 | 532 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 295 | 323 |
Connectivity of Jauns
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jauns. As per the 2011 stats, Jauns 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jauns
Knowing the nearby villages of Jauns helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jauns.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jauns
- Where is Jauns located?
- Jauns village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jauns?
- Jauns serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jauns?
- The pincode of Jauns is 143415, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jauns as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jauns is 1,528, with 827 males and 701 females.
- How many households are there in Jauns as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jauns village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jauns as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jauns is 59.55%. The male literacy rate is 64.33%, while the female literacy rate is 53.92%.