Jand
Jand is a village located in Amritsar I tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar -i (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Jand village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jand unique in its vibrant Amritsar I-Amritsar region. You’ll see Jand’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 Jand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jand is 037562. The village spans a total geographical area of 166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143115. Amritsar is nearest town to Jand village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jand
Population of Jand
According to the 2011 Census, Jand has a total population of about 1,295, with approximately 697 males and 598 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 588 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 63.17%, with male literacy at about 67.58% and female literacy near 58.03%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,295 | 697 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 588 | 316 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 818 | 471 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 226 | 251 |
Connectivity of Jand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jand. As per the 2011 stats, Jand 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jand
Knowing the nearby villages of Jand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jand
- Where is Jand located?
- Jand village is situated in Amritsar I Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jand?
- Jand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jand?
- The pincode of Jand is 143115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jand is 1,295, with 697 males and 598 females.
- How many households are there in Jand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jand village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jand is 63.17%. The male literacy rate is 67.58%, while the female literacy rate is 58.03%.