Jhandwas - Balh, Mandi
Jhandwas is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Mandi. Bhadyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhandwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhandwas is 014757. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 175006 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Jhandwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhandwas
According to the 2011 Census, Jhandwas village had a total population of 116 people, including 58 males and 58 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.38%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 77.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Jhandwas
Jhandwas 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 Jhandwas
Jhandwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mandi to Jhandwas is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhandwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhandwas 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhandwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhandwas 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 Jhandwas
Where is Jhandwas located?
Jhandwas village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhandwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhandwas is Bhadyal.
What is the pincode of Jhandwas?
The pincode of Jhandwas is 175006.
What is the population of Jhandwas?
Jhandwas had a total population of 116, including 58 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Jhandwas?
Jhandwas had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhandwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhandwas was 84.38%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 77.08%.