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.
Here you can discover what makes Jhanjowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Jhanjowal’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 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.
Google Map of Jhanjowal
Population of Jhanjowal
According to the 2011 Census, Jhanjowal has a total population of about 719, with approximately 380 males and 339 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 386 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 79.55%, with male literacy at about 82.37% and female literacy near 76.40%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhanjowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.