Jatral - Nankhari, Shimla
Jatral is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Addu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jatral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatral is 023781. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.86 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Jatral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jatral
According to the 2011 Census, Jatral village had a total population of 413 people, including 217 males and 196 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 84.90% and female literacy at 76.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 413 | 217 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 25 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 163 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 54 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Jatral
Jatral 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 Jatral
Public transport in the Jatral is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Jatral is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jatral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jatral
Where is Jatral located?
Jatral village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatral?
The Gram Panchayat of Jatral is Addu.
What is the pincode of Jatral?
The pincode of Jatral is 172021.
What is the population of Jatral?
Jatral had a total population of 413, including 217 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Jatral?
Jatral had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jatral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatral was 80.95%. Male literacy was 84.90% and female literacy was 76.88%.