Jhang

Jhang is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20.5km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jhang village is also a gram panchayat.

Jhang 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 Jhang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhang is 031252. The village spans a total geographical area of 169 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Jhang village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jhang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 580 293 287
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 37 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 62 31 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 419 217 202
Illiterate Population 161 76 85

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

  • The total population of Jhang village is around 580, including approximately 293 males and 287 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Jhang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhang village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhang village is about 72.24%, with male literacy at 74.06% and female literacy at 70.38%.
  • There are around 124 households in Jhang village.

Connectivity of Jhang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhang. As per the 2011 stats, Jhang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhang

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

Serakwal Fatehpur Bariowal Bhamnal Jamalpur Puro Chak Bela Sariana Saido Godho Noshera Shimli Maraula

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhang

Where is Jhang located?
Jhang village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhang?
Jhang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jhang?
The pincode of Jhang is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhang is 580, with 293 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Jhang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhang village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhang is 72.24%. The male literacy rate is 74.06%, while the female literacy rate is 70.38%.