Jhajra
About Jhajra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhajra village is 045083. Jhajra village is located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Jhajra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 314.63 hectares. Jhajra has a total population of 2,648 peoples, out of which male population is 1,428 while female population is 1,220. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 854 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhajra village is 77.27% out of which 83.26% males and 70.25% females are literate. There are about 584 houses in jhajra village. Pincode of jhajra village locality is 248007.
When it comes to administration, Jhajra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhajra village comes under Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Dehradun is nearest town to jhajra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Jhajra
The population details of Jhajra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,648 | 1,428 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 298 | 150 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 840 | 448 | 392 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 24 | 24 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,046 | 1,189 | 857 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 239 | 363 |
Connectivity of Jhajra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhajra
Where is Jhajra located?
Jhajra village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhajra?
Jhajra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jhajra?
The pincode of Jhajra is 248007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhajra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhajra is 2,648, with 1,428 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Jhajra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhajra village has a total of 584 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhajra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhajra is 77.27%. The male literacy rate is 83.26%, while the female literacy rate is 70.25%.