Jal - Kumarsain, Shimla
Jal is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Shimla. Sihal-narkanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jal is 023973. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.27 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Jal 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 Jal
According to the 2011 Census, Jal village had a total population of 181 people, including 89 males and 92 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.14%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 80.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 181 | 89 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 37 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Jal
Jal 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 Jal
Jal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Jal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jal
Where is Jal located?
Jal village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jal is Sihal-narkanda.
What is the pincode of Jal?
The pincode of Jal is 172029.
What is the population of Jal?
Jal had a total population of 181, including 89 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Jal?
Jal had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jal was 85.14%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 80.90%.