Jarkhar

Jarkhar is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Jarkhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Jarkhar has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana 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 Jarkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarkhar is 033516. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141206. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to Jarkhar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jarkhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gill Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jarkhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,240 656 584
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 104 55 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 669 367 302
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 990 561 429
Illiterate Population 250 95 155

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

  • The total population of Jarkhar village is around 1,240, including approximately 656 males and 584 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Jarkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jarkhar village has 669 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jarkhar village is about 79.84%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 73.46%.
  • There are around 240 households in Jarkhar village.

Connectivity of Jarkhar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jarkhar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jarkhar

Where is Jarkhar located?
Jarkhar village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarkhar?
Jarkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jarkhar?
The pincode of Jarkhar is 141206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jarkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarkhar is 1,240, with 656 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Jarkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarkhar village has a total of 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarkhar is 79.84%. The male literacy rate is 85.52%, while the female literacy rate is 73.46%.