Jabna - Chaupal, Shimla
Jabna is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nanahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jabna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jabna is 025462. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Jabna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jabna
According to the 2011 Census, Jabna village had a total population of 79 people, including 40 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 83.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Jabna
Jabna 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 Jabna
Public transport in the Jabna is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Jabna is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jabna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jabna 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 Jabna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jabna 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 Jabna
Where is Jabna located?
Jabna village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jabna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jabna is Nanahar.
What is the pincode of Jabna?
The pincode of Jabna is 171211.
What is the population of Jabna?
Jabna had a total population of 79, including 40 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Jabna?
Jabna had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jabna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jabna was 90.00%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 83.33%.