Jao - Theog, Shimla
Jao is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Shateyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jao village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jao is 025173. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.24 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Jao 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 Jao
According to the 2011 Census, Jao village had a total population of 554 people, including 284 males and 270 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.66%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 71.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208.
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 | 554 | 284 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 112 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 230 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 54 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Jao
Jao 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 Jao
Public transport in the Jao is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Jao is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jao 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jao village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jao
Where is Jao located?
Jao village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jao?
The Gram Panchayat of Jao is Shateyan.
What is the pincode of Jao?
The pincode of Jao is 171201.
What is the population of Jao?
Jao had a total population of 554, including 284 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Jao?
Jao had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jao was 82.66%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 71.88%.