Jhaj
Jhaj is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Jhaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Jhaj has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar 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 Jhaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhaj is 038377. The village spans a total geographical area of 207 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140117. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Jhaj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhaj
Below is a concise population overview of Jhaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,365 | 704 | 661 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 74 | 64 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 261 | 247 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 851 | 494 | 357 |
Illiterate Population | 514 | 210 | 304 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhaj village:
- The total population of Jhaj village is around 1,365, including approximately 704 males and 661 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Jhaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhaj village has 508 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jhaj village is about 62.34%, with male literacy at 70.17% and female literacy at 54.01%.
- There are around 257 households in Jhaj village.
Connectivity of Jhaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhaj. As per the 2011 stats, Jhaj 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhaj
- Where is Jhaj located?
- Jhaj village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhaj?
- Jhaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhaj?
- The pincode of Jhaj is 140117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhaj is 1,365, with 704 males and 661 females.
- How many households are there in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhaj village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhaj is 62.34%. The male literacy rate is 70.17%, while the female literacy rate is 54.01%.