Jhander Kalan
Jhander Kalan is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Jhander Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jhander Kalan unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Jhander Kalan’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 Jhander Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhander Kalan is 032137. The village spans a total geographical area of 195 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144505. Banga is nearest town to Jhander Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jhander Kalan
Population of Jhander Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Jhander Kalan has a total population of about 846, with approximately 432 males and 414 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 415 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 78.01%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 72.46%. There are around 184 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhander Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 432 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 218 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 660 | 360 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 72 | 114 |
Connectivity of Jhander Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhander Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Jhander Kalan 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 Jhander Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhander Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhander Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhander Kalan
- Where is Jhander Kalan located?
- Jhander Kalan village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhander Kalan?
- Jhander Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jhander Kalan?
- The pincode of Jhander Kalan is 144505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhander Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhander Kalan is 846, with 432 males and 414 females.
- How many households are there in Jhander Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhander Kalan village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhander Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhander Kalan is 78.01%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 72.46%.