Jaffarpur
Jaffarpur is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Jafarpur is the gram panchayat of Jaffarpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Jaffarpur unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Jaffarpur’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 Jaffarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jaffarpur is 029848. The village spans a total geographical area of 139 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144625. Shahkot is nearest town to Jaffarpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jaffarpur
Population of Jaffarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jaffarpur has a total population of about 443, with approximately 223 males and 220 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 154 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 61.17%, with male literacy at about 60.54% and female literacy near 61.82%. There are around 83 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jaffarpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 223 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 81 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 271 | 135 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 88 | 84 |
Connectivity of Jaffarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jaffarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Jaffarpur 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jaffarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Jaffarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jaffarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jaffarpur
- Where is Jaffarpur located?
- Jaffarpur village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jaffarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jaffarpur is Jafarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jaffarpur?
- The pincode of Jaffarpur is 144625, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jaffarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaffarpur is 443, with 223 males and 220 females.
- How many households are there in Jaffarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jaffarpur village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jaffarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaffarpur is 61.17%. The male literacy rate is 60.54%, while the female literacy rate is 61.82%.