Band Jharolan - Rey, Kangra
Band Jharolan is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 155 km from Dharmsala. Kodal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Band Jharolan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Band Jharolan is 009012. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.73 hectares and falls under the 176025 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Band Jharolan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Band Jharolan
According to the 2011 Census, Band Jharolan village had a total population of 217 people, including 108 males and 109 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.16%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 61.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 79 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 29 | 49 |
Transport and Connectivity of Band Jharolan
Public transport in the Band Jharolan 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 Band Jharolan is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Band Jharolan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Band Jharolan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Band Jharolan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Band Jharolan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Band Jharolan
Where is Band Jharolan located?
Band Jharolan village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Band Jharolan?
The Gram Panchayat of Band Jharolan is Kodal.
What is the pincode of Band Jharolan?
The pincode of Band Jharolan is 176025.
What is the population of Band Jharolan?
Band Jharolan had a total population of 217, including 108 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Band Jharolan?
Band Jharolan had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Band Jharolan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Band Jharolan was 73.16%. Male literacy was 84.95% and female literacy was 61.86%.