Jandera - Alampur, Kangra
Jandera is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Dharmsala. Sakoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jandera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jandera is 011318. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.01 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Jandera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jandera
As per Census 2011, Jandera village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 46 males and 62 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,347 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jandera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 46 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Jandera
Jandera 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 Jandera
Jandera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Jandera is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jandera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jandera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jandera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jandera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jandera
Where is Jandera located?
Jandera village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jandera?
The Gram Panchayat of Jandera is Sakoh.
What is the pincode of Jandera?
The pincode of Jandera is 176097.
What is the population of Jandera?
Jandera has a total population of 108, including 46 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Jandera?
There are 27 households in Jandera.
What is the literacy rate in Jandera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jandera is 81.48%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 79.03%.