Jandrera - Bhalai, Chamba
Jandrera is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Simni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jandrera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jandrera is 007310. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 176308 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Jandrera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jandrera
According to the 2011 Census, Jandrera village had a total population of 163 people, including 76 males and 87 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.40%, with male literacy at 97.10% and female literacy at 59.74%.
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 | 163 | 76 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 67 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 9 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Jandrera
Jandrera 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 Jandrera
Jandrera 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 Chamba to Jandrera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Jandrera is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jandrera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jandrera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jandrera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jandrera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jandrera
Where is Jandrera located?
Jandrera village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jandrera?
The Gram Panchayat of Jandrera is Simni.
What is the pincode of Jandrera?
The pincode of Jandrera is 176308.
What is the population of Jandrera?
Jandrera had a total population of 163, including 76 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Jandrera?
Jandrera had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jandrera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jandrera was 77.40%. Male literacy was 97.10% and female literacy was 59.74%.