Jhalta (115/1) - Sarawati Nagar, Shimla
Jhalta (115/1) is a village situated in the Sarawati Nagar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 132 km from Shimla. Jhalta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhalta (115/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhalta (115/1) is 026065. The village covers a total geographical area of 354 hectares and falls under the 171216 pincode. Jubbal is the nearest town.
Jhalta (115/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jhalta (115/1)
According to the 2011 Census, Jhalta (115/1) village had a total population of 407 people, including 207 males and 200 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.28%, with male literacy at 76.56% and female literacy at 59.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 207.
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 | 407 | 207 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 147 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 60 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Jhalta (115/1)
Jhalta (115/1) 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 Jhalta (115/1)
Jhalta (115/1) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jhalta (115/1) is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhalta (115/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhalta (115/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhalta (115/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhalta (115/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jhalta (115/1)
Where is Jhalta (115/1) located?
Jhalta (115/1) village is located in Sarawati Nagar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhalta (115/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhalta (115/1) is Jhalta.
What is the pincode of Jhalta (115/1)?
The pincode of Jhalta (115/1) is 171216.
What is the population of Jhalta (115/1)?
Jhalta (115/1) had a total population of 407, including 207 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Jhalta (115/1)?
Jhalta (115/1) had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhalta (115/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhalta (115/1) was 68.28%. Male literacy was 76.56% and female literacy was 59.44%.