Jalag - Sunni, Shimla
Jalag is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 53 km from Shimla. Khatnol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalag is 024207. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Jalag 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 Jalag
As per Census 2011, Jalag village has a total population of 92 people, consisting of 48 males and 44 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Jalag
Jalag 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 Jalag
Public transport in the Jalag 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 Jalag is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalag 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jalag
Where is Jalag located?
Jalag village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalag?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalag is Khatnol.
What is the pincode of Jalag?
The pincode of Jalag is 171301.
What is the population of Jalag?
Jalag has a total population of 92, including 48 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Jalag?
There are 14 households in Jalag.
What is the literacy rate in Jalag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalag is 80.43%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 72.73%.