Jhajar

Jhajar is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Rampur Jajjar is the gram panchayat of Jhajar village.

Jhajar 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 Jhajar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhajar is 038402. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140123. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Jhajar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jhajar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 632 319 313
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 33 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 240 120 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 454 259 195
Illiterate Population 178 60 118

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

  • The total population of Jhajar village is around 632, including approximately 319 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Jhajar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jhajar village has 240 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jhajar village is about 71.84%, with male literacy at 81.19% and female literacy at 62.30%.
  • There are around 129 households in Jhajar village.

Connectivity of Jhajar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhajar. As per the 2011 stats, Jhajar 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jhajar

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

Sahota Mianpur Lamlehri Bacholi Rampur Nanowal Tarapur Mohiwal Dhanera Lakher Samlah

Frequently Asked Questions about Jhajar

Where is Jhajar located?
Jhajar village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhajar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhajar is Rampur Jajjar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhajar?
The pincode of Jhajar is 140123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhajar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhajar is 632, with 319 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Jhajar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhajar village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhajar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhajar is 71.84%. The male literacy rate is 81.19%, while the female literacy rate is 62.30%.