Jhanjwani - Chirgaon, Shimla
Jhanjwani is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Andhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhanjwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhanjwani is 026645. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.07 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Jhanjwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jhanjwani
According to the 2011 Census, Jhanjwani village had a total population of 356 people, including 191 males and 165 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.14%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 88.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 356 | 191 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 164 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Jhanjwani
Jhanjwani 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 Jhanjwani
Jhanjwani 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 >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 Jhanjwani is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhanjwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhanjwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhanjwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhanjwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhanjwani
Where is Jhanjwani located?
Jhanjwani village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhanjwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhanjwani is Andhra.
What is the pincode of Jhanjwani?
The pincode of Jhanjwani is 171208.
What is the population of Jhanjwani?
Jhanjwani had a total population of 356, including 191 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Jhanjwani?
Jhanjwani had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhanjwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhanjwani was 92.14%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 88.36%.