Jhanjowal

Jhanjowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jhanjowal village is also a gram panchayat.

Jhanjowal 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 Jhanjowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhanjowal is 031846. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mahilpur is nearest town to Jhanjowal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jhanjowal

Below is a concise population overview of Jhanjowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 719 380 339
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 35 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 386 207 179
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 572 313 259
Illiterate Population 147 67 80

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

  • The total population of Jhanjowal village is around 719, including approximately 380 males and 339 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Jhanjowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhanjowal village has 386 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhanjowal village is about 79.55%, with male literacy at 82.37% and female literacy at 76.40%.
  • There are around 159 households in Jhanjowal village.

Connectivity of Jhanjowal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhanjowal. As per the 2011 stats, Jhanjowal 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhanjowal

Knowing the nearby villages of Jhanjowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhanjowal.

Kothi Kanger Fatehpur Ganguwal Chak Narial Alamwal Haluwal Kaharpur Nurpur Rampur Bhulewal Gujran

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhanjowal

Where is Jhanjowal located?
Jhanjowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanjowal?
Jhanjowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jhanjowal?
The pincode of Jhanjowal is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhanjowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhanjowal is 719, with 380 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Jhanjowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhanjowal village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanjowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhanjowal is 79.55%. The male literacy rate is 82.37%, while the female literacy rate is 76.40%.