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.

Here you can discover what makes Jhajar unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Jhajar’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Jhajar has a total population of about 632, with approximately 319 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 981 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 240 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 71.84%, with male literacy at about 81.19% and female literacy near 62.30%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhajar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.