Jaitpur
Jaitpur is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jaitpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jaitpur unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Jaitpur’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 Jaitpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaitpur is 031855. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Garhshankar is nearest town to Jaitpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jaitpur
Population of Jaitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaitpur has a total population of about 1,078, with approximately 547 males and 531 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 632 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 73.75%, with male literacy at about 76.42% and female literacy near 71.00%. There are around 235 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jaitpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 547 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 63 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 322 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 795 | 418 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 129 | 154 |
Connectivity of Jaitpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaitpur. As per the 2011 stats, Jaitpur 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jaitpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Jaitpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaitpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaitpur
- Where is Jaitpur located?
- Jaitpur village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jaitpur?
- Jaitpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jaitpur?
- The pincode of Jaitpur is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jaitpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaitpur is 1,078, with 547 males and 531 females.
- How many households are there in Jaitpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jaitpur village has a total of 235 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jaitpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaitpur is 73.75%. The male literacy rate is 76.42%, while the female literacy rate is 71.00%.