Jug
Jug is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jug village. As per 2009 stats, Baldehan is the gram panchayat of Jug village.
Here you can discover what makes Jug unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Jug’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jug
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jug is 024724. The village spans a total geographical area of 17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171007. Shimla is nearest town to Jug village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jug village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jug
Population of Jug
According to the 2011 Census, Jug has a total population of about 70, with approximately 37 males and 33 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 7 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.71%, with male literacy at about 83.78% and female literacy near 45.45%. There are around 11 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jug's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 46 | 31 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 6 | 18 |
Connectivity of Jug
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jug. As per the 2011 stats, Jug had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jug
Knowing the nearby villages of Jug helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jug.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jug
- Where is Jug located?
- Jug village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jug?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jug is Baldehan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jug?
- The pincode of Jug is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jug as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jug is 70, with 37 males and 33 females.
- How many households are there in Jug as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jug village has a total of 11 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jug as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jug is 65.71%. The male literacy rate is 83.78%, while the female literacy rate is 45.45%.