Jarahan
Jarahan is a village located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Jurahan is the gram panchayat of Jarahan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jarahan unique in its vibrant Ludhiana West-Ludhiana region. You’ll see Jarahan’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 Jarahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jarahan is 033553. The village spans a total geographical area of 385 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141205. Raikot is nearest town to Jarahan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jarahan 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 Dakha 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.
Google Map of Jarahan
Population of Jarahan
According to the 2011 Census, Jarahan has a total population of about 955, with approximately 505 males and 450 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 452 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 74.03%, with male literacy at about 78.61% and female literacy near 68.89%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jarahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 955 | 505 | 450 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 237 | 215 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 707 | 397 | 310 |
Illiterate Population | 248 | 108 | 140 |
Connectivity of Jarahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jarahan. As per the 2011 stats, Jarahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jarahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jarahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jarahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jarahan
- Where is Jarahan located?
- Jarahan village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jarahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jarahan is Jurahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jarahan?
- The pincode of Jarahan is 141205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jarahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarahan is 955, with 505 males and 450 females.
- How many households are there in Jarahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jarahan village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jarahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarahan is 74.03%. The male literacy rate is 78.61%, while the female literacy rate is 68.89%.