Jhans
Jhans is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jhans village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhans unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Jhans’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 Jhans
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhans is 030670. The village spans a total geographical area of 128 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144203. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Jhans village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jhans
Population of Jhans
According to the 2011 Census, Jhans has a total population of about 276, with approximately 144 males and 132 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 170 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 76.09%, with male literacy at about 79.86% and female literacy near 71.97%. There are around 58 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhans's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 144 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 210 | 115 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
Connectivity of Jhans
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhans. As per the 2011 stats, Jhans 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 Jhans
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhans helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhans.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhans
- Where is Jhans located?
- Jhans village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhans?
- Jhans serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhans?
- The pincode of Jhans is 144203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhans as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhans is 276, with 144 males and 132 females.
- How many households are there in Jhans as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhans village has a total of 58 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhans as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhans is 76.09%. The male literacy rate is 79.86%, while the female literacy rate is 71.97%.