Jar

Jar is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 90km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Jar village. As per 2009 stats, Zar is the gram panchayat of Jar village.

Jar 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 Jar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jar is 023868. The village spans a total geographical area of 78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172029. Narkanda is nearest town to Jar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 246 114 132
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 6 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 87 45 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 185 92 93
Illiterate Population 61 22 39

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

  • The total population of Jar village is around 246, including approximately 114 males and 132 females, with a sex ratio of 1157 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Jar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jar village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Jar village is about 75.20%, with male literacy at 80.70% and female literacy at 70.45%.
  • There are around 66 households in Jar village.

Connectivity of Jar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Jar

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

Mandholi Dethal Bai Kumharsain Jangal Jogsha Tepri Malendi Khatkar Dhali Shela Karewati

Frequently Asked Questions about Jar

Where is Jar located?
Jar village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jar is Zar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jar?
The pincode of Jar is 172029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jar is 246, with 114 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Jar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jar village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jar is 75.20%. The male literacy rate is 80.70%, while the female literacy rate is 70.45%.