Jhita Kalan
Jhita Kalan is a village located in Amritsar Ii tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar- Ii (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Karnala is the gram panchayat of Jhita Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhita Kalan unique in its vibrant Amritsar Ii-Amritsar region. You’ll see Jhita Kalan’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 Jhita Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhita Kalan is 037576. The village spans a total geographical area of 771 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143302. Amritsar is nearest town to Jhita Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jhita Kalan 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 Majitha 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 Jhita Kalan
Population of Jhita Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jhita Kalan has a total population of about 3,991, with approximately 2,098 males and 1,893 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 507 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,334 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 57.91%, with male literacy at about 60.82% and female literacy near 54.68%. There are around 723 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhita Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,991 | 2,098 | 1,893 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 272 | 235 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,334 | 700 | 634 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,311 | 1,276 | 1,035 |
Illiterate Population | 1,680 | 822 | 858 |
Connectivity of Jhita Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhita Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Jhita Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhita Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhita Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhita Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhita Kalan
- Where is Jhita Kalan located?
- Jhita Kalan village is situated in Amritsar Ii Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhita Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhita Kalan is Karnala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhita Kalan?
- The pincode of Jhita Kalan is 143302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhita Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhita Kalan is 3,991, with 2,098 males and 1,893 females.
- How many households are there in Jhita Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhita Kalan village has a total of 723 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhita Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhita Kalan is 57.91%. The male literacy rate is 60.82%, while the female literacy rate is 54.68%.