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.
Here you can discover what makes Jhang unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Jhang’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 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.
Google Map of Jhang
Population of Jhang
According to the 2011 Census, Jhang has a total population of about 580, with approximately 293 males and 287 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 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 72.24%, with male literacy at about 74.06% and female literacy near 70.38%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
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.
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%.