Jafarwal
Jafarwal is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Zaffarwal is the gram panchayat of Jafarwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Jafarwal unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Jafarwal’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 Jafarwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jafarwal is 029805. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144702. Shahkot is nearest town to Jafarwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jafarwal
Population of Jafarwal
According to the 2011 Census, Jafarwal has a total population of about 420, with approximately 218 males and 202 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 221 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 63.33%, with male literacy at about 68.35% and female literacy near 57.92%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jafarwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 218 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 266 | 149 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 69 | 85 |
Connectivity of Jafarwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jafarwal. As per the 2011 stats, Jafarwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jafarwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Jafarwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jafarwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jafarwal
- Where is Jafarwal located?
- Jafarwal village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jafarwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jafarwal is Zaffarwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jafarwal?
- The pincode of Jafarwal is 144702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jafarwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jafarwal is 420, with 218 males and 202 females.
- How many households are there in Jafarwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jafarwal village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jafarwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jafarwal is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 68.35%, while the female literacy rate is 57.92%.