Jaru
About Jaru
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jaru village is 026302. Jaru village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 58km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Jaru village. As per 2009 stats, Bakhol is the gram panchayat of Jaru village.
The total geographical area of village is 69 hectares. Jaru has a total population of 133 peoples, out of which male population is 64 while female population is 69. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1078 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jaru village is 74.44% out of which 78.13% males and 71.01% females are literate. There are about 25 houses in jaru village. Pincode of jaru village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Jaru 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, Jaru village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to jaru village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jaru
The population details of Jaru 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 | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Connectivity of Jaru
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jaru
Where is Jaru located?
Jaru village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaru is Bakhol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jaru?
The pincode of Jaru is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jaru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jaru is 133, with 64 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Jaru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jaru village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jaru is 74.44%. The male literacy rate is 78.13%, while the female literacy rate is 71.01%.