Jandwal
Jandwal is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Jandwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jandwal unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Jandwal’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 Jandwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jandwal is 027425. The village spans a total geographical area of 248 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145001. Pathankot is nearest town to Jandwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jandwal
Population of Jandwal
According to the 2011 Census, Jandwal has a total population of about 2,119, with approximately 1,129 males and 990 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 463 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 78.81%, with male literacy at about 84.15% and female literacy near 72.73%. There are around 470 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jandwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,119 | 1,129 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 247 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 950 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 179 | 270 |
Connectivity of Jandwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jandwal. As per the 2011 stats, Jandwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jandwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Jandwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jandwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jandwal
- Where is Jandwal located?
- Jandwal village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jandwal?
- Jandwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jandwal?
- The pincode of Jandwal is 145001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jandwal is 2,119, with 1,129 males and 990 females.
- How many households are there in Jandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jandwal village has a total of 470 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jandwal is 78.81%. The male literacy rate is 84.15%, while the female literacy rate is 72.73%.