Jandrah - Churah, Chamba
Jandrah is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Saproth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jandrah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jandrah is 007041. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 176319 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Jandrah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jandrah
According to the 2011 Census, Jandrah village had a total population of 198 people, including 100 males and 98 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.15%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 41.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 58 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 42 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Jandrah
Jandrah 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 Jandrah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jandrah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Jandrah 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 Jandrah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jandrah 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jandrah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jandrah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jandrah
Where is Jandrah located?
Jandrah village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jandrah?
The Gram Panchayat of Jandrah is Saproth.
What is the pincode of Jandrah?
The pincode of Jandrah is 176319.
What is the population of Jandrah?
Jandrah had a total population of 198, including 100 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Jandrah?
Jandrah had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jandrah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jandrah was 55.15%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 41.77%.