Jalwehra
Jalwehra is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jalwehra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jalwehra unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Jalwehra’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 Jalwehra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalwehra is 031781. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144404. Mahilpur is nearest town to Jalwehra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jalwehra
Population of Jalwehra
According to the 2011 Census, Jalwehra has a total population of about 616, with approximately 310 males and 306 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 167 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 75.81%, with male literacy at about 82.90% and female literacy near 68.63%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalwehra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 310 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 467 | 257 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 53 | 96 |
Connectivity of Jalwehra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalwehra. As per the 2011 stats, Jalwehra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalwehra
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalwehra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalwehra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalwehra
- Where is Jalwehra located?
- Jalwehra village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalwehra?
- Jalwehra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jalwehra?
- The pincode of Jalwehra is 144404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalwehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalwehra is 616, with 310 males and 306 females.
- How many households are there in Jalwehra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalwehra village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalwehra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalwehra is 75.81%. The male literacy rate is 82.90%, while the female literacy rate is 68.63%.