Jaishi - Sunni, Shimla
Jaishi is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 59 km from Shimla. Bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaishi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaishi is 024120. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.27 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Jaishi 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 Jaishi
According to the 2011 Census, Jaishi village had a total population of 327 people, including 165 males and 162 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.04%, with male literacy at 90.51% and female literacy at 76.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 327 | 165 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 41 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Jaishi
Jaishi 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 Jaishi
Jaishi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jaishi is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaishi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaishi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jaishi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaishi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jaishi
Where is Jaishi located?
Jaishi village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaishi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaishi is Bharara.
What is the pincode of Jaishi?
The pincode of Jaishi is 171301.
What is the population of Jaishi?
Jaishi had a total population of 327, including 165 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Jaishi?
Jaishi had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaishi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaishi was 83.04%. Male literacy was 90.51% and female literacy was 76.03%.