Gobindgarh Jajian - Sunam, Sangrur
Gobindgarh Jajian is a village situated in the Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunam and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Gobindgarh Jajjian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gobindgarh Jajian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindgarh Jajian is 039873. The village covers a total geographical area of 942 hectares and falls under the 148030 pincode. Sunam is the nearest town.
Gobindgarh Jajian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sunam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gobindgarh Jajian
According to the 2011 Census, Gobindgarh Jajian village had a total population of 3,214 people, including 1,678 males and 1,536 females, living in 607 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.29%, with male literacy at 66.71% and female literacy at 55.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,192.
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 | 3,214 | 1,678 | 1,536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 197 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,192 | 602 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,742 | 988 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 690 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindgarh Jajian
Gobindgarh Jajian 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 Gobindgarh Jajian
Gobindgarh Jajian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Gobindgarh Jajian has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Gobindgarh Jajian is about 33 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 Gobindgarh Jajian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindgarh Jajian 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gobindgarh Jajian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindgarh Jajian 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 Gobindgarh Jajian
Where is Gobindgarh Jajian located?
Gobindgarh Jajian village is located in Sunam Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gobindgarh Jajian?
The Gram Panchayat of Gobindgarh Jajian is Gobindgarh Jajjian.
What is the pincode of Gobindgarh Jajian?
The pincode of Gobindgarh Jajian is 148030.
What is the population of Gobindgarh Jajian?
Gobindgarh Jajian had a total population of 3,214, including 1,678 males and 1,536 females.
How many households are there in Gobindgarh Jajian?
Gobindgarh Jajian had 607 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindgarh Jajian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindgarh Jajian was 61.29%. Male literacy was 66.71% and female literacy was 55.40%.