Jug - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Jug is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Shimla. Baldeyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jug village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jug is 024724. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Jug village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jug
According to the 2011 Census, Jug village had a total population of 70 people, including 37 males and 33 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.02%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 6 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Jug
Jug 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 Jug
Jug is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Jug is about 24 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 Jug
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jug village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jug
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jug 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jug
Where is Jug located?
Jug village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jug?
The Gram Panchayat of Jug is Baldeyan.
What is the pincode of Jug?
The pincode of Jug is 171001.
What is the population of Jug?
Jug had a total population of 70, including 37 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Jug?
Jug had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jug?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jug was 73.02%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 53.57%.