Janol - Theog, Shimla
Janol is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Janol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Janol is 025015. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.61 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Janol 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.
Population of Janol
As per Census 2011, Janol village has a total population of 39 people, consisting of 22 males and 17 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 772 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27 literate and 12 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Janol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Janol
Janol 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 Janol
Public transport in the Janol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Janol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Janol is about 43 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 Janol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Janol 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 Janol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Janol 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 Janol
Where is Janol located?
Janol village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Janol?
The Gram Panchayat of Janol is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Janol?
The pincode of Janol is 171201.
What is the population of Janol?
Janol has a total population of 39, including 22 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Janol?
There are 11 households in Janol.
What is the literacy rate in Janol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Janol is 69.23%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 52.94%.