Jharon - Sunam, Sangrur
Jharon is a village situated in the Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunam and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sangrur. Jharron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jharon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jharon is 039794. The village covers a total geographical area of 1044 hectares and falls under the 148029 pincode. Cheema is the nearest town.
Jharon 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 Jharon
As per Census 2011, Jharon village has a total population of 4,708 people, consisting of 2,545 males and 2,163 females. The village has 943 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,237 literate and 2,471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jharon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,708 | 2,545 | 2,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 280 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,540 | 828 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 2,237 | 1,292 | 945 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,471 | 1,253 | 1,218 |
Nearby Villages of Jharon
Jharon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahpur Kalan | East | 3.38 km |
| Togawal | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Bir Kalan | South | 5.32 km |
| Khiwa Khurd | West | 5.92 km |
| Takipur | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Dhadrian | North-West | 6.11 km |
| Bir Khurd | South-West | 7.28 km |
| Rattoke | North-West | 7.50 km |
| Tolawal | South-East | 7.71 km |
| Khiwa Kalan | South-West | 7.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jharon
Jharon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sunam, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sangrur to Jharon is about 26 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 Jharon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jharon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jharon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jharon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jharon
Where is Jharon located?
Jharon village is located in Sunam Tehsil, Sangrur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jharon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jharon is Jharron.
What is the pincode of Jharon?
The pincode of Jharon is 148029.
What is the population of Jharon?
Jharon has a total population of 4,708, including 2,545 males and 2,163 females.
How many households are there in Jharon?
There are 943 households in Jharon.
What is the literacy rate in Jharon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jharon is 47.51%. Male literacy is 50.77% and female literacy is 43.69%.