Jhirian - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Jhirian is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kaulan Wala Toba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhirian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhirian is 019530. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.07 hectares and falls under the 174015 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jhirian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhirian
As per Census 2011, Jhirian village has a total population of 743 people, consisting of 401 males and 342 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhirian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 401 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 48 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 300 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 101 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Jhirian
Jhirian 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 Jhirian
Jhirian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jhirian.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandpur Sahib to Jhirian is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Jhirian is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhirian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhirian 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhirian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhirian 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 Jhirian
Where is Jhirian located?
Jhirian village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhirian?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhirian is Kaulan Wala Toba.
What is the pincode of Jhirian?
The pincode of Jhirian is 174015.
What is the population of Jhirian?
Jhirian has a total population of 743, including 401 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Jhirian?
There are 139 households in Jhirian.
What is the literacy rate in Jhirian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhirian is 68.10%. Male literacy is 74.81% and female literacy is 60.23%.