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.
Jabal has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Jabal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jabal village:
- The total population of Jabal village is around 474, including approximately 242 males and 232 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Jabal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jabal village has 243 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jabal village is about 54.85%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 47.84%.
- There are around 80 households in Jabal village.
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%.