Jhauband
Jhauband is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 28.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Jhauband village.
Jhauband has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jhauband
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhauband is 325256. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.04 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Jhauband village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhauband village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Jhauband
Below is a concise population overview of Jhauband as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 373 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 142 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 224 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 149 | 225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jhauband village:
- The total population of Jhauband village is around 786, including approximately 373 males and 413 females, with a sex ratio of 1107 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Jhauband village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jhauband village has 312 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 137 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jhauband village is about 52.42%, with male literacy at 60.05% and female literacy at 45.52%.
- There are around 179 households in Jhauband village.
Connectivity of Jhauband
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhauband. As per the 2011 stats, Jhauband had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhauband
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhauband helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhauband.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhauband
- Where is Jhauband located?
- Jhauband village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhauband?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhauband is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jhauband as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhauband is 786, with 373 males and 413 females.
- How many households are there in Jhauband as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhauband village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhauband as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhauband is 52.42%. The male literacy rate is 60.05%, while the female literacy rate is 45.52%.