Jaintra - Dharwala, Chamba
Jaintra is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from Chamba. Koonr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaintra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaintra is 007875. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.21 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Jaintra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaintra
As per Census 2011, Jaintra village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 460 males and 486 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jaintra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 460 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 218 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 281 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 179 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Jaintra
Jaintra 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 Jaintra
Public transport in the Jaintra 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 Jaintra is about 52 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 Jaintra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaintra 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jaintra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaintra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaintra
Where is Jaintra located?
Jaintra village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaintra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaintra is Koonr.
What is the pincode of Jaintra?
The pincode of Jaintra is 176311.
What is the population of Jaintra?
Jaintra has a total population of 946, including 460 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Jaintra?
There are 171 households in Jaintra.
What is the literacy rate in Jaintra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaintra is 53.59%. Male literacy is 61.09% and female literacy is 46.50%.