Jajehar - Sunni, Shimla
Jajehar is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Majhiwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jajehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jajehar is 024186. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Jajehar 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 Jajehar
As per Census 2011, Jajehar village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 165 males and 166 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jajehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 165 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 143 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 22 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Jajehar
Jajehar 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 Jajehar
Jajehar 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 Jajehar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jajehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jajehar 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 Jajehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jajehar 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 Jajehar
Where is Jajehar located?
Jajehar village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jajehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jajehar is Majhiwar.
What is the pincode of Jajehar?
The pincode of Jajehar is 171301.
What is the population of Jajehar?
Jajehar has a total population of 331, including 165 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Jajehar?
There are 65 households in Jajehar.
What is the literacy rate in Jajehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jajehar is 78.25%. Male literacy is 86.67% and female literacy is 69.88%.