Jaijon - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Jaijon is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Jaijon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaijon is 031918. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 144526 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Jaijon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaijon
According to the 2011 Census, Jaijon village had a total population of 1,069 people, including 541 males and 528 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.35%, with male literacy at 94.47% and female literacy at 84.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 541 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 444 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 97 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Jaijon
Jaijon 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 Jaijon
Jaijon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jaijon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Jaijon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaijon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaijon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jaijon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaijon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jaijon
Where is Jaijon located?
Jaijon village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jaijon?
Jaijon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jaijon?
The pincode of Jaijon is 144526.
What is the population of Jaijon?
Jaijon had a total population of 1,069, including 541 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Jaijon?
Jaijon had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaijon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaijon was 89.35%. Male literacy was 94.47% and female literacy was 84.13%.