Jangal Sandhu - Theog, Shimla
Jangal Sandhu is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jangal Sandhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jangal Sandhu is 025027. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.64 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Jangal Sandhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jangal Sandhu
Jangal Sandhu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangal Paph | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Jangal Tungla | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Jangal Jalsar | North-West | 6.24 km |
| Jangal Hatu | North-East | 9.90 km |
| Jangal Galah | North-West | 10.31 km |
| Jangal Khudlu | North | 10.42 km |
| Jangal Kayalu | North | 10.63 km |
| Jangal Lambi Dhar | North-West | 11.03 km |
| Jangal Dabka | North-West | 11.78 km |
| Jangal Aisha | North-West | 12.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jangal Sandhu
Public transport in the Jangal Sandhu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shimla, while the nearest airport is Shimla Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Jangal Sandhu is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jangal Sandhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jangal Sandhu 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 Jangal Sandhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jangal Sandhu 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 Jangal Sandhu
Where is Jangal Sandhu located?
Jangal Sandhu village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jangal Sandhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jangal Sandhu is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Jangal Sandhu?
The pincode of Jangal Sandhu is 171201.