Jhanda Kalan - Sardulgarh, Mansa
Jhanda Kalan is a village situated in the Sardulgarh tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardulgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Jhanda Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhanda Kalan is 035951. The village covers a total geographical area of 2267 hectares and falls under the 151507 pincode. Sardulgarh is the nearest town.
Jhanda Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardulgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhanda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Jhanda Kalan village has a total population of 5,943 people, consisting of 3,110 males and 2,833 females. The village has 1,204 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 689 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,327 literate and 2,616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhanda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,943 | 3,110 | 2,833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 689 | 368 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,425 | 1,221 | 1,204 |
| Literate Population | 3,327 | 1,887 | 1,440 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,616 | 1,223 | 1,393 |
Nearby Villages of Jhanda Kalan
Jhanda Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jhanda Kalan
Jhanda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Jhanda Kalan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhanda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhanda Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhanda Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhanda Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhanda Kalan
Where is Jhanda Kalan located?
Jhanda Kalan village is located in Sardulgarh Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanda Kalan?
Jhanda Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhanda Kalan?
The pincode of Jhanda Kalan is 151507.
What is the population of Jhanda Kalan?
Jhanda Kalan has a total population of 5,943, including 3,110 males and 2,833 females.
How many households are there in Jhanda Kalan?
There are 1,204 households in Jhanda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhanda Kalan is 55.98%. Male literacy is 60.68% and female literacy is 50.83%.