Jungra - Churah, Chamba
Jungra is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Chamba. Jungra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jungra is 006941. The village covers a total geographical area of 351 hectares and falls under the 176316 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Jungra 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 Jungra
As per Census 2011, Jungra village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 249 males and 227 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 237 literate and 239 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jungra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 249 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 139 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 110 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Jungra
Jungra 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 Jungra
Public transport in the Jungra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jungra is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jungra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jungra 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 Jungra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jungra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jungra
Where is Jungra located?
Jungra village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jungra?
Jungra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jungra?
The pincode of Jungra is 176316.
What is the population of Jungra?
Jungra has a total population of 476, including 249 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Jungra?
There are 96 households in Jungra.
What is the literacy rate in Jungra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jungra is 49.79%. Male literacy is 55.82% and female literacy is 43.17%.