Jao
About Jao
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jao village is 025173. Jao village is located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Jao village. As per 2009 stats, Shateyan is the gram panchayat of Jao village.
The total geographical area of village is 340.24 hectares. Jao has a total population of 554 peoples, out of which male population is 284 while female population is 270. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 950 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jao village is 70.58% out of which 80.99% males and 59.63% females are literate. There are about 98 houses in jao village. Pincode of jao village locality is 171201.
When it comes to administration, Jao village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jao village comes under Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Theog is nearest town to jao village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jao
The population details of Jao cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 284 | 270 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 208 | 112 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 391 | 230 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 54 | 109 |
Connectivity of Jao
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jao
Where is Jao located?
Jao village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jao?
The Gram Panchayat of Jao is Shateyan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jao?
The pincode of Jao is 171201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jao as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jao is 554, with 284 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Jao as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jao village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jao as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jao is 70.58%. The male literacy rate is 80.99%, while the female literacy rate is 59.63%.