Jhaula - Majheen, Kangra
Jhaula is a village situated in the Majheen tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Jharundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhaula is 011034. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.68 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Jhaula 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 Jhaula
According to the 2011 Census, Jhaula village had a total population of 137 people, including 71 males and 66 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.80%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 65.08%.
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 | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 21 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Jhaula
Jhaula 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 Jhaula
Jhaula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jhaula is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhaula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhaula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhaula
Where is Jhaula located?
Jhaula village is located in Majheen Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhaula is Jharundi.
What is the pincode of Jhaula?
The pincode of Jhaula is 176030.
What is the population of Jhaula?
Jhaula had a total population of 137, including 71 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Jhaula?
Jhaula had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhaula was 72.80%. Male literacy was 80.65% and female literacy was 65.08%.