Posana - Gudhagorji, Jhunjhunu
Posana is a village situated in the Gudhagorji tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from Udaipurwati and around 38 km from Jhunjhunun. Posana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Posana is 071719. The village covers a total geographical area of 912 hectares and falls under the 333022 pincode. Udaipurwati is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Posana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipurwati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Posana
As per Census 2011, Posana village has a total population of 2,682 people, consisting of 1,360 males and 1,322 females. The village has 492 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,748 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Posana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,682 | 1,360 | 1,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 185 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 275 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,748 | 1,051 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 309 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Posana
Posana 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 Posana
Posana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Udaipurwati to Posana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Posana is about 38 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 Posana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Posana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Posana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Posana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Posana
Where is Posana located?
Posana village is located in Gudhagorji Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Posana?
Posana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Posana?
The pincode of Posana is 333022.
What is the population of Posana?
Posana has a total population of 2,682, including 1,360 males and 1,322 females.
How many households are there in Posana?
There are 492 households in Posana.
What is the literacy rate in Posana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Posana is 65.18%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 52.72%.