Jalera - Jaswan, Kangra
Jalera is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Niar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalera is 010661. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.74 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Jalera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalera
According to the 2011 Census, Jalera village had a total population of 380 people, including 182 males and 198 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.54%, with male literacy at 95.63% and female literacy at 80.23%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 182 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 29 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Jalera
Jalera 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 Jalera
Jalera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Jalera is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalera 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalera
Where is Jalera located?
Jalera village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalera?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalera is Niar.
What is the pincode of Jalera?
The pincode of Jalera is 177112.
What is the population of Jalera?
Jalera had a total population of 380, including 182 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Jalera?
Jalera had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalera was 87.54%. Male literacy was 95.63% and female literacy was 80.23%.