Jakhbar
Jakhbar is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Jakhbar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jakhbar unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Jakhbar’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 Jakhbar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jakhbar is 027549. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145025. Pathankot is nearest town to Jakhbar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jakhbar
Population of Jakhbar
According to the 2011 Census, Jakhbar has a total population of about 700, with approximately 371 males and 329 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 66 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 214 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 62.00%, with male literacy at about 80.59% and female literacy near 41.03%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jakhbar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 371 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 434 | 299 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 72 | 194 |
Connectivity of Jakhbar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jakhbar. As per the 2011 stats, Jakhbar 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 Jakhbar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jakhbar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jakhbar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jakhbar
- Where is Jakhbar located?
- Jakhbar village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jakhbar?
- Jakhbar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jakhbar?
- The pincode of Jakhbar is 145025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jakhbar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jakhbar is 700, with 371 males and 329 females.
- How many households are there in Jakhbar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jakhbar village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jakhbar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jakhbar is 62.00%. The male literacy rate is 80.59%, while the female literacy rate is 41.03%.