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. Shillon Bag 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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Jatol village had a total population of 345 people, including 179 males and 166 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.50%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 74.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 345 | 179 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Shillon Bag.
What is the pincode of Jatol?
The pincode of Jatol is 171001.
What is the population of Jatol?
Jatol had a total population of 345, including 179 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Jatol?
Jatol had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jatol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatol was 83.50%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 74.48%.