Jhajon
Jhajon is a village located in Dera Bassi tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Bassi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Jhajon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhajon unique in its vibrant Dera Bassi-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Jhajon’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 Jhajon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhajon is 039248. The village spans a total geographical area of 255 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140103. Dera Bassi is nearest town to Jhajon village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jhajon
Population of Jhajon
According to the 2011 Census, Jhajon has a total population of about 766, with approximately 409 males and 357 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 330 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 60.18%, with male literacy at about 63.57% and female literacy near 56.30%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhajon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 766 | 409 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 171 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 461 | 260 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 149 | 156 |
Connectivity of Jhajon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhajon. As per the 2011 stats, Jhajon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhajon
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhajon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhajon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhajon
- Where is Jhajon located?
- Jhajon village is situated in Dera Bassi Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhajon?
- Jhajon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhajon?
- The pincode of Jhajon is 140103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhajon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhajon is 766, with 409 males and 357 females.
- How many households are there in Jhajon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhajon village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhajon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhajon is 60.18%. The male literacy rate is 63.57%, while the female literacy rate is 56.30%.