Jalwana
Jalwana is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Jalwana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jalwana unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur region. You’ll see Jalwana’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 Jalwana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalwana is 039388. The village spans a total geographical area of 446 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148021. Malerkotla is nearest town to Jalwana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jalwana
Population of Jalwana
According to the 2011 Census, Jalwana has a total population of about 1,459, with approximately 761 males and 698 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 611 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 65.32%, with male literacy at about 68.86% and female literacy near 61.46%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jalwana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,459 | 761 | 698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 90 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 320 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 953 | 524 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 237 | 269 |
Connectivity of Jalwana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalwana. As per the 2011 stats, Jalwana 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jalwana
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalwana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalwana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalwana
- Where is Jalwana located?
- Jalwana village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalwana?
- Jalwana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jalwana?
- The pincode of Jalwana is 148021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jalwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalwana is 1,459, with 761 males and 698 females.
- How many households are there in Jalwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalwana village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalwana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalwana is 65.32%. The male literacy rate is 68.86%, while the female literacy rate is 61.46%.