Jhang - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Jhang is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Jhang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhang is 031252. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 146108 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Jhang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhang
According to the 2011 Census, Jhang village had a total population of 580 people, including 293 males and 287 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.81%, with male literacy at 84.77% and female literacy at 75.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 293 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 37 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Jhang
Jhang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhang
Jhang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jhang.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Jhang is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhang
Where is Jhang located?
Jhang village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhang?
Jhang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhang?
The pincode of Jhang is 146108.
What is the population of Jhang?
Jhang had a total population of 580, including 293 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Jhang?
Jhang had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhang was 79.81%. Male literacy was 84.77% and female literacy was 75.09%.