Surkhigala Jangal
Surkhigala Jangal is a village located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Dalhousie. Dalhousie is the sub-district headquarter of Surkhigala Jangal village. As per 2009 stats, Pukhari is the gram panchayat of Surkhigala Jangal village.
Here you can discover what makes Surkhigala Jangal unique in its vibrant Dalhousie-Chamba region. You’ll see Surkhigala Jangal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Surkhigala Jangal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surkhigala Jangal is 007412. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176303. Dalhousie(cb) is nearest town to Surkhigala Jangal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Surkhigala Jangal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Surkhigala Jangal
Population of Surkhigala Jangal
According to the 2011 Census, Surkhigala Jangal has a total population of about 80, with approximately 39 males and 41 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.00%, with male literacy at about 92.31% and female literacy near 58.54%. There are around 27 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surkhigala Jangal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 80 | 39 | 41 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
Literate Population | 60 | 36 | 24 |
Illiterate Population | 20 | 3 | 17 |
Connectivity of Surkhigala Jangal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surkhigala Jangal. As per the 2011 stats, Surkhigala Jangal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Surkhigala Jangal
Knowing the nearby villages of Surkhigala Jangal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surkhigala Jangal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surkhigala Jangal
- Where is Surkhigala Jangal located?
- Surkhigala Jangal village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Surkhigala Jangal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Surkhigala Jangal is Pukhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Surkhigala Jangal?
- The pincode of Surkhigala Jangal is 176303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Surkhigala Jangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surkhigala Jangal is 80, with 39 males and 41 females.
- How many households are there in Surkhigala Jangal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Surkhigala Jangal village has a total of 27 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Surkhigala Jangal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surkhigala Jangal is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 92.31%, while the female literacy rate is 58.54%.