Jugar - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Jugar is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Shimla. Satlai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jugar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jugar is 024824. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Jugar 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 Jugar
According to the 2011 Census, Jugar village had a total population of 114 people, including 61 males and 53 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 88.68% and female literacy at 63.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 14 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Jugar
Jugar 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 Jugar
Jugar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jugar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jugar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jugar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jugar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jugar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jugar
Where is Jugar located?
Jugar village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jugar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jugar is Satlai.
What is the pincode of Jugar?
The pincode of Jugar is 171001.
What is the population of Jugar?
Jugar had a total population of 114, including 61 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Jugar?
Jugar had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jugar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jugar was 77.00%. Male literacy was 88.68% and female literacy was 63.83%.