Jhunj
About Jhunj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhunj village is 037171. Jhunj village is located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Jhunj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 94 hectares. Jhunj has a total population of 607 peoples, out of which male population is 330 while female population is 277. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 839 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhunj village is 26.85% out of which 38.79% males and 12.64% females are literate. There are about 108 houses in jhunj village. Pincode of jhunj village locality is 143109.
When it comes to administration, Jhunj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhunj village comes under Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency & Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency. Ajnala is nearest town to jhunj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhunj
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 330 | 277 |
| Children (0-6) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 437 | 238 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 163 | 128 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 202 | 242 |
Connectivity of Jhunj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhunj
Where is Jhunj located?
Jhunj village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhunj?
Jhunj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jhunj?
The pincode of Jhunj is 143109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhunj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhunj is 607, with 330 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Jhunj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhunj village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhunj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhunj is 26.85%. The male literacy rate is 38.79%, while the female literacy rate is 12.64%.