Jhaj

Jhaj is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jhaj village is also a gram panchayat.

Jhaj has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jhaj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhaj is 030694. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144202. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Jhaj village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jhaj

Below is a concise population overview of Jhaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 485 249 236
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 24 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 167 87 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 371 202 169
Illiterate Population 114 47 67

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhaj village:

  • The total population of Jhaj village is around 485, including approximately 249 males and 236 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Jhaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhaj village has 167 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhaj village is about 76.49%, with male literacy at 81.12% and female literacy at 71.61%.
  • There are around 106 households in Jhaj village.

Connectivity of Jhaj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhaj. As per the 2011 stats, Jhaj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Jhaj

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhaj.

Littar Salempur Nangal Farid Ghanipur Badhan Nangal Jamal Haizam Badala Pukhta Dhamian Khurd Muradpur Narial Sikri Nainowal Baid

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhaj

Where is Jhaj located?
Jhaj village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaj?
Jhaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jhaj?
The pincode of Jhaj is 144202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhaj is 485, with 249 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhaj village has a total of 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhaj is 76.49%. The male literacy rate is 81.12%, while the female literacy rate is 71.61%.