Jalahar - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Jalahar is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from Dhar Kalan and around 72 km from Gurdaspur. Jalahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalahar is 027391. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 145001 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Jalahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalahar
As per Census 2011, Jalahar village has a total population of 487 people, consisting of 256 males and 231 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 256 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 214 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 42 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Jalahar
Jalahar 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 Jalahar
Jalahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Gurdaspur to Jalahar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jalahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalahar
Where is Jalahar located?
Jalahar village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalahar?
Jalahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jalahar?
The pincode of Jalahar is 145001.
What is the population of Jalahar?
Jalahar has a total population of 487, including 256 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Jalahar?
There are 107 households in Jalahar.
What is the literacy rate in Jalahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalahar is 76.18%. Male literacy is 83.59% and female literacy is 67.97%.