Jal

Jal is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Jal village. As per 2009 stats, Sihal Narkanda is the gram panchayat of Jal village.

Jal has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jal is 023973. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171213. Narkanda is nearest town to Jal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jal

Below is a concise population overview of Jal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 181 89 92
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 3 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 37 28
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 149 77 72
Illiterate Population 32 12 20

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jal village:

  • The total population of Jal village is around 181, including approximately 89 males and 92 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Jal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jal village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jal village is about 82.32%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 78.26%.
  • There are around 38 households in Jal village.

Connectivity of Jal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jal. As per the 2011 stats, Jal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jal

Knowing the nearby villages of Jal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jal.

Jangal Thalgor Khuhan Phirnu Kaunthru Khaner Daro Dharuri Jangal Hatu Dakoon Reog Dawala

Frequently Asked Questions about Jal

Where is Jal located?
Jal village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jal is Sihal Narkanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jal?
The pincode of Jal is 171213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jal is 181, with 89 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Jal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jal village has a total of 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jal is 82.32%. The male literacy rate is 86.52%, while the female literacy rate is 78.26%.