Jhuansa - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Jhuansa is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from Dera Bassi and around 34 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Jhawansan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhuansa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhuansa is 039299. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Jhuansa 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 Jhuansa
According to the 2011 Census, Jhuansa village had a total population of 949 people, including 484 males and 465 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.01%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 949 | 484 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 81 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 175 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 305 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 179 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Jhuansa
Jhuansa 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 Jhuansa
Public transport in the Jhuansa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jhuansa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Jhuansa is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhuansa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhuansa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhuansa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhuansa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhuansa
Where is Jhuansa located?
Jhuansa village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhuansa?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhuansa is Jhawansan.
What is the pincode of Jhuansa?
The pincode of Jhuansa is 140501.
What is the population of Jhuansa?
Jhuansa had a total population of 949, including 484 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Jhuansa?
Jhuansa had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhuansa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhuansa was 69.01%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 62.65%.