Jaral - Nihri, Mandi
Jaral is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jeral (ksg) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaral is 015630. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Jaral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jaral
According to the 2011 Census, Jaral village had a total population of 88 people, including 41 males and 47 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 91.43% and female literacy at 58.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 9 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Jaral
Jaral 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 Jaral
Jaral 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Jaral is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaral 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 Jaral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaral
Where is Jaral located?
Jaral village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaral?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaral is Jeral (ksg).
What is the pincode of Jaral?
The pincode of Jaral is 175038.
What is the population of Jaral?
Jaral had a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Jaral?
Jaral had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaral was 73.68%. Male literacy was 91.43% and female literacy was 58.54%.