Jaltahar
About Jaltahar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jaltahar village is 026278. Jaltahar village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Jaltahar village. As per 2009 stats, Bag Dumehar is the gram panchayat of Jaltahar village.
The total geographical area of village is 53 hectares. Jaltahar has a total population of 269 peoples, out of which male population is 140 while female population is 129. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jaltahar village is 79.18% out of which 82.86% males and 75.19% females are literate. There are about 56 houses in jaltahar village. Pincode of jaltahar village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Jaltahar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jaltahar village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to jaltahar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jaltahar
The population details of Jaltahar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 140 | 129 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 213 | 116 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 24 | 32 |
Connectivity of Jaltahar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jaltahar
Where is Jaltahar located?
Jaltahar village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaltahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaltahar is Bag Dumehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jaltahar?
The pincode of Jaltahar is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jaltahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaltahar is 269, with 140 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Jaltahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jaltahar village has a total of 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaltahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaltahar is 79.18%. The male literacy rate is 82.86%, while the female literacy rate is 75.19%.