Jhalwas
Jhalwas is a village located in Pangi tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 180km away from district headquarter Kilar. Kilar is the sub-district headquarter of Jhalwas village. As per 2009 stats, Karyas is the gram panchayat of Jhalwas village.
Here you can discover what makes Jhalwas unique in its vibrant Pangi-Chamba region. You’ll see Jhalwas’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 Jhalwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jhalwas is 006692. The village spans a total geographical area of 289 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176323. Chamba is nearest town to Jhalwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 174km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jhalwas 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 Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jhalwas
Population of Jhalwas
According to the 2011 Census, Jhalwas has a total population of about 573, with approximately 288 males and 285 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 569. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.76%, with male literacy at about 72.57% and female literacy near 64.91%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jhalwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 573 | 288 | 285 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 287 | 282 |
Literate Population | 394 | 209 | 185 |
Illiterate Population | 179 | 79 | 100 |
Connectivity of Jhalwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jhalwas. As per the 2011 stats, Jhalwas 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 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jhalwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Jhalwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jhalwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jhalwas
- Where is Jhalwas located?
- Jhalwas village is situated in Pangi Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jhalwas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jhalwas is Karyas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jhalwas?
- The pincode of Jhalwas is 176323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jhalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhalwas is 573, with 288 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Jhalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jhalwas village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jhalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhalwas is 68.76%. The male literacy rate is 72.57%, while the female literacy rate is 64.91%.