Jandwal
Jandwal is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jandwal Basti Thakar Dwara is the gram panchayat of Jandwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Jandwal unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Jandwal’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 Jandwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jandwal is 031206. The village spans a total geographical area of 314 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Jandwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jandwal
Population of Jandwal
According to the 2011 Census, Jandwal has a total population of about 1,956, with approximately 997 males and 959 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 321 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 71.93%, with male literacy at about 76.93% and female literacy near 66.74%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jandwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,956 | 997 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 160 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,407 | 767 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 230 | 319 |
Connectivity of Jandwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jandwal. As per the 2011 stats, Jandwal 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jandwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Jandwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jandwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jandwal
- Where is Jandwal located?
- Jandwal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jandwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jandwal is Jandwal Basti Thakar Dwara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jandwal?
- The pincode of Jandwal is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jandwal is 1,956, with 997 males and 959 females.
- How many households are there in Jandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jandwal village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jandwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jandwal is 71.93%. The male literacy rate is 76.93%, while the female literacy rate is 66.74%.