Jhaj

Jhaj is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jhajj is the gram panchayat of Jhaj village.

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 031804. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144519. Garhshankar 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 281 148 133
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 38 20 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 33 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 207 114 93
Illiterate Population 74 34 40

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

  • The total population of Jhaj village is around 281, including approximately 148 males and 133 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Jhaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhaj village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhaj village is about 73.67%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 69.92%.
  • There are around 61 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

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.

Mananhana Kotla Kot Fatuhi Thinde Behbalpur Khushalpur Khararawal Bassi Kalewal Achharwal Hakumatpur Sarhala Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhaj

Where is Jhaj located?
Jhaj village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaj?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaj is Jhajj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhaj?
The pincode of Jhaj is 144519, 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 281, with 148 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhaj village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhaj is 73.67%. The male literacy rate is 77.03%, while the female literacy rate is 69.92%.