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
According to the 2011 Census, Jalag village had a total population of 92 people, including 48 males and 44 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.36%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 84.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 92, including 48 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Jalag?
Jalag had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalag was 91.36%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 84.21%.