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
As per Census 2011, Jatral village has a total population of 413 people, consisting of 217 males and 196 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 217 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 25 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 413, including 217 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Jatral?
There are 90 households in Jatral.
What is the literacy rate in Jatral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatral is 74.09%. Male literacy is 75.12% and female literacy is 72.96%.