Juhl - Dharmsala, Kangra
Juhl is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Juhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juhl village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juhl is 009548. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.84 hectares and falls under the 176218 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Juhl village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juhl
As per Census 2011, Juhl village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 241 males and 224 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 455 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juhl are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 241 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 235 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 170 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 71 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Juhl
Juhl 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 Juhl
Juhl is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Juhl is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juhl
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juhl village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Juhl
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juhl 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 Juhl
Where is Juhl located?
Juhl village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juhl?
The Gram Panchayat of Juhl is Juhal.
What is the pincode of Juhl?
The pincode of Juhl is 176218.
What is the population of Juhl?
Juhl has a total population of 465, including 241 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Juhl?
There are 101 households in Juhl.
What is the literacy rate in Juhl?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juhl is 63.01%. Male literacy is 70.54% and female literacy is 54.91%.