Jhabola - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Jhabola is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhabola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhabola is 019286. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.69 hectares and falls under the 174030 pincode. Talai is the nearest town.
Jhabola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhabola
According to the 2011 Census, Jhabola village had a total population of 2,634 people, including 1,292 males and 1,342 females, living in 547 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.40%, with male literacy at 92.67% and female literacy at 80.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 956.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,634 | 1,292 | 1,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 159 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 956 | 496 | 460 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,001 | 1,050 | 951 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 242 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Jhabola
Jhabola 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 Jhabola
Public transport in the Jhabola 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 Jhabola is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhabola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhabola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhabola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhabola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhabola
Where is Jhabola located?
Jhabola village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhabola?
Jhabola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhabola?
The pincode of Jhabola is 174030.
What is the population of Jhabola?
Jhabola had a total population of 2,634, including 1,292 males and 1,342 females.
How many households are there in Jhabola?
Jhabola had 547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhabola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhabola was 86.40%. Male literacy was 92.67% and female literacy was 80.39%.