Jand - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Jand is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Jand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jand is 030767. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Jand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jand
As per Census 2011, Jand village has a total population of 813 people, consisting of 421 males and 392 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 591 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 813 | 421 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 313 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 108 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Jand
Jand is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jand
Jand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Jand is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jand
Where is Jand located?
Jand village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jand?
Jand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jand?
The pincode of Jand is 144221.
What is the population of Jand?
Jand has a total population of 813, including 421 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Jand?
There are 168 households in Jand.
What is the literacy rate in Jand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jand is 72.69%. Male literacy is 74.35% and female literacy is 70.92%.