Jukhan - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Jukhan is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Harlog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jukhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jukhan is 019058. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.11 hectares and falls under the 174003 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Jukhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jukhan
As per Census 2011, Jukhan village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 52 males and 48 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jukhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 52 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 7 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Jukhan
Jukhan 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 Jukhan
Jukhan 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 Bilaspur to Jukhan is about 26 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 Jukhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jukhan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jukhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jukhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jukhan
Where is Jukhan located?
Jukhan village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jukhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jukhan is Harlog.
What is the pincode of Jukhan?
The pincode of Jukhan is 174003.
What is the population of Jukhan?
Jukhan has a total population of 100, including 52 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Jukhan?
There are 22 households in Jukhan.
What is the literacy rate in Jukhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jukhan is 77.00%. Male literacy is 86.54% and female literacy is 66.67%.