Jandwa - Ratangarh, Churu
Jandwa is a village situated in the Ratangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratangarh and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Jandwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jandwa is 070639. The village covers a total geographical area of 1931 hectares and falls under the 331022 pincode. Ratangarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jandwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jandwa
As per Census 2011, Jandwa village has a total population of 2,974 people, consisting of 1,539 males and 1,435 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,771 literate and 1,203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jandwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,974 | 1,539 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 290 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,771 | 1,086 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,203 | 453 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Jandwa
Jandwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Molisar Chhota | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Bagas | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Khudera Bidawatan | West | 4.14 km |
| Jugalpura | East | 4.25 km |
| Suratpura | North | 4.40 km |
| Ramsisar | South | 4.54 km |
| Khudera Charnan | West | 4.75 km |
| Sahnali Chhoti | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Dhandhan | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Dhani Hattidan Charan | East | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jandwa
Jandwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shri Makri Nath Nagar, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratangarh to Jandwa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Jandwa is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jandwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jandwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jandwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jandwa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jandwa
Where is Jandwa located?
Jandwa village is located in Ratangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jandwa?
Jandwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jandwa?
The pincode of Jandwa is 331022.
What is the population of Jandwa?
Jandwa has a total population of 2,974, including 1,539 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Jandwa?
There are 530 households in Jandwa.
What is the literacy rate in Jandwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jandwa is 59.55%. Male literacy is 70.57% and female literacy is 47.74%.