Jatan - Bhadra, Hanumangarh
Jatan is a village situated in the Bhadra tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadra and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Jatan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatan is 068953. The village covers a total geographical area of 1839.3 hectares and falls under the 335502 pincode. Bhadra is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Jatan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jatan
As per Census 2011, Jatan village has a total population of 2,509 people, consisting of 1,303 males and 1,206 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,464 literate and 1,045 illiterate residents. Additionally, 797 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,509 | 1,303 | 1,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 188 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 419 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 1,464 | 876 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 427 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Jatan
Jatan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunatpura | North | 3.95 km |
| Gheu | West | 3.99 km |
| Raslana | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Bojhala | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Malsisar | South | 5.42 km |
| Mehliya | South | 7.14 km |
| Rakhi | South-East | 7.25 km |
| Noonwan | West | 7.41 km |
| Kunji | South-West | 8.68 km |
| Karanpura Barani | North-East | 8.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jatan
Jatan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tahsil Bhadra, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhadra to Jatan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Jatan is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatan 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jatan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jatan
Where is Jatan located?
Jatan village is located in Bhadra Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatan?
Jatan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jatan?
The pincode of Jatan is 335502.
What is the population of Jatan?
Jatan has a total population of 2,509, including 1,303 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Jatan?
There are 478 households in Jatan.
What is the literacy rate in Jatan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatan is 58.35%. Male literacy is 67.23% and female literacy is 48.76%.