Jatol - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Jatol is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Shimla. Darbhog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jatol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatol is 024809. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.63 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Jatol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jatol
As per Census 2011, Jatol village has a total population of 345 people, consisting of 179 males and 166 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 179 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 150 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 29 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Jatol
Jatol 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 Jatol
Jatol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Jatol is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jatol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jatol
Where is Jatol located?
Jatol village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jatol?
The Gram Panchayat of Jatol is Darbhog.
What is the pincode of Jatol?
The pincode of Jatol is 171001.
What is the population of Jatol?
Jatol has a total population of 345, including 179 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Jatol?
There are 65 households in Jatol.
What is the literacy rate in Jatol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatol is 74.78%. Male literacy is 83.80% and female literacy is 65.06%.