Jabal
Jabal is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 136km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Jabal village. As per 2009 stats, Dhagoli Kathli Bp is the gram panchayat of Jabal village.
Here you can discover what makes Jabal unique in its vibrant Chirgaon-Shimla region. You’ll see Jabal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jabal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jabal is 026647. The village spans a total geographical area of 728.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171208. Rohru is nearest town to Jabal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jabal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jabal
Population of Jabal
According to the 2011 Census, Jabal has a total population of about 474, with approximately 242 males and 232 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.85%, with male literacy at about 61.57% and female literacy near 47.84%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jabal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 242 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 260 | 149 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 93 | 121 |
Connectivity of Jabal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jabal. As per the 2011 stats, Jabal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jabal
Knowing the nearby villages of Jabal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jabal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jabal
- Where is Jabal located?
- Jabal village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jabal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jabal is Dhagoli Kathli Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jabal?
- The pincode of Jabal is 171208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jabal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jabal is 474, with 242 males and 232 females.
- How many households are there in Jabal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jabal village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jabal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jabal is 54.85%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 47.84%.