Jafrabad
Jafrabad is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Jafrabad Urf Barkatpura is the gram panchayat of Jafrabad village.
Here you can discover what makes Jafrabad unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur region. You’ll see Jafrabad’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 Jafrabad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jafrabad is 039446. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Malerkotla is nearest town to Jafrabad village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jafrabad
Population of Jafrabad
According to the 2011 Census, Jafrabad has a total population of about 1,409, with approximately 736 males and 673 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 154 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 58.55%, with male literacy at about 66.44% and female literacy near 49.93%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jafrabad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 736 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 98 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 75 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 825 | 489 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 247 | 337 |
Connectivity of Jafrabad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jafrabad. As per the 2011 stats, Jafrabad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jafrabad
Knowing the nearby villages of Jafrabad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jafrabad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jafrabad
- Where is Jafrabad located?
- Jafrabad village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jafrabad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jafrabad is Jafrabad Urf Barkatpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jafrabad?
- The pincode of Jafrabad is 148023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jafrabad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jafrabad is 1,409, with 736 males and 673 females.
- How many households are there in Jafrabad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jafrabad village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jafrabad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jafrabad is 58.55%. The male literacy rate is 66.44%, while the female literacy rate is 49.93%.