Jhajjar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jhajjar
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 Jhajjar
Location in Haryana
Jhajjar
Location in India
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| Country |  India |
| State | Haryana |
| District | Jhajjar |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipal Council |
| • Body | Jhajjar Municipal Council |
| Elevation | 220 m (720 ft) |
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| • Total | 48,424 |
| Vehicle registration | HR-14 |
Jhajjar is a town in the Haryana state of India. It's part of the Delhi National Capital Region, which means it's close to Delhi. Jhajjar is about 55 kilometers (34 miles) west of Delhi. It's also connected by major roads to other cities like Rohtak and Rewari.
Jhajjar is well-known for its brave soldiers. Many young people from Jhajjar join the Indian Army to serve their country.
The Jhajjar district covers an area of 1,890 square kilometers (730 sq mi). In 2001, about 709,000 people lived here. The district has two industrial areas with many businesses. Some main industries include ceramics, glass, chemicals, and electronics. Farmers in Jhajjar grow important crops like rice, wheat, and maize. About 670 square kilometers (260 sq mi) of farmland are irrigated.
The town's name might come from its founder, Chhaju. Some say it was first called Chhajunagar. Another idea is that the name comes from "Jharnaghar," meaning a natural fountain. A third theory suggests it's named after "Jhajjar," a water pot, because rainwater flows into the town like into a sink.
Ms. Geeta Bhukkal from the Indian National Congress is the current MLA (Member of the Legislative Assembly) for Jhajjar.
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History of Jhajjar
Jhajjar has a long history. It is mentioned in the Ain-i-Akbari, a famous book from the 16th century. This book shows that Jhajjar was an important area under the Delhi government. It provided a lot of money and soldiers to the empire.
Jhajjar was founded by a Jat leader named Chaudhary Chajju Singh during the medieval period.
People of Jhajjar
Population and Literacy
As of 2011, Jhajjar District had a population of 956,907 people. This number is similar to the population of countries like Fiji. About 54% of the people are male, and 46% are female.
The district has a good literacy rate of 80.83%. This means most people can read and write. The national average for India is 74%. For males, the literacy rate is even higher at 89.44%, while for females, it is 70.16%.
Gender Ratio
In the 2011 census, Jhajjar district had the lowest gender ratio for children aged 0-6 in India. There were only 774 girls for every 1,000 boys. Some villages, like Bahrana and Dimana, had even lower numbers of girls compared to boys.
Religions in Jhajjar
People in Jhajjar follow different religions. Here's a look at the main religions in the city and the wider area (Tehsil) over time.
Religions in Jhajjar City
| Religion | Population (1911) | Percentage (1911) | Population (1941) | Percentage (1941) |
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Hinduism  |
5,948 | 56.02% | 6,576 | 47.24% |
Islam  |
4,614 | 43.46% | 7,188 | 51.64% |
Sikhism  |
2 | 0.02% | 80 | 0.57% |
Christianity  |
4 | 0.04% | 2 | 0.01% |
| Others | 49 | 0.46% | 73 | 0.52% |
| Total Population | 10,617 | 100% | 13,919 | 100% |
Religions in Jhajjar Tehsil
| Religion | Population (1941) | Percentage (1941) |
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| Hinduism |
230,090 | 88.63% |
| Islam |
29,132 | 11.22% |
| Sikhism |
176 | 0.07% |
| Christianity |
48 | 0.02% |
| Others | 174 | 0.07% |
| Total Population | 259,620 | 100% |
Getting Around Jhajjar
Jhajjar has good ways to travel.
Railway Station
Jhajjar has its own railway station, with the code JHJ. It's located on the Delhi-Jhajjar-Dadri Road. This station supports four trains, including India's first CNG train. The Jaipur-Chandigarh Intercity train also stops here.
Bus Station
Jhajjar City has the largest bus station in Haryana. It's called the I.S.B.T. (Inter-State Bus Terminal) and is on the Rohtak-Jhajjar-Rewari National Highway 71. This new bus station is very big, covering 38 acres, and even has parks.
Famous People from Jhajjar
Many talented people come from Jhajjar.
- Umrao Singh: He was an Indian soldier who received the Victoria Cross (VC). This is the highest award for bravery in battle for British and Commonwealth forces.
- Geeta Bhukkal: A well-known politician.
- Manushi Chhillar: She won the Miss World beauty pageant in 2017.
- Naveen Kumar: A famous athlete.
- Bajrang Punia: A celebrated wrestler.
- Swami Omanand Saraswati: A respected scholar.
- Virender Sehwag: A very famous former Indian cricketer.
- Din Dayalu Sharma: A scholar who founded a college.
- Rohit Sharma: A cricketer.
- Dalbir Singh: A notable personality.
- Ravinder Singh: A well-known wrestler.
Schools in Jhajjar
Jhajjar has several good schools for students.
- DAV Public School
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
- Kendriya Vidyalaya
- New Era High School
- Paradise Public School
- Sehwag International School
- St. Francis De Sales School
Images for kids
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Virender Sehwag in 2012
See also
In Spanish: Jhajjar para niños
