Jeen - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Jeen is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Dharmsala. Kathog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jeen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jeen is 010430. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.05 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Jeen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jeen
According to the 2011 Census, Jeen village had a total population of 671 people, including 297 males and 374 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,259 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.66%, with male literacy at 96.09% and female literacy at 86.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 671 | 297 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 41 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 57 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 246 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 51 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Jeen
Jeen 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 Jeen
Jeen 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 | 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 Jeen is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jeen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jeen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jeen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jeen 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jeen
Where is Jeen located?
Jeen village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jeen?
The Gram Panchayat of Jeen is Kathog.
What is the pincode of Jeen?
The pincode of Jeen is 176031.
What is the population of Jeen?
Jeen had a total population of 671, including 297 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Jeen?
Jeen had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jeen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jeen was 90.66%. Male literacy was 96.09% and female literacy was 86.34%.