Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) - Kotgarh, Shimla
Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Shimla. Jarol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) is 023928. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) village had a total population of 951 people, including 485 males and 466 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.45%, with male literacy at 88.55% and female literacy at 82.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 951 | 485 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 402 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 83 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)
Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) 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 Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)
Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)
Where is Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) located?
Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) is Jarol.
What is the pincode of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)?
The pincode of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) is 172031.
What is the population of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)?
Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) had a total population of 951, including 485 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)?
Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Jarol (46/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up Mahal Jarol (46/1) was 85.45%. Male literacy was 88.55% and female literacy was 82.16%.