Jarout - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Jarout is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Dera Bassi and around 60 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Jarrout serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarout village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarout is 039260. The village covers a total geographical area of 653 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Jarout village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarout
According to the 2011 Census, Jarout village had a total population of 3,023 people, including 1,583 males and 1,440 females, living in 549 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.35%, with male literacy at 81.05% and female literacy at 71.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,534.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,023 | 1,583 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 195 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,534 | 787 | 747 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,040 | 1,125 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 458 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Jarout
Jarout 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 Jarout
Jarout is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jarout.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Jarout is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarout
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarout village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jarout
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarout village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jarout
Where is Jarout located?
Jarout village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarout?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarout is Jarrout.
What is the pincode of Jarout?
The pincode of Jarout is 140501.
What is the population of Jarout?
Jarout had a total population of 3,023, including 1,583 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Jarout?
Jarout had 549 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarout?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarout was 76.35%. Male literacy was 81.05% and female literacy was 71.26%.