Jathai - Theog, Shimla
Jathai is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dadas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jathai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jathai is 025219. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.12 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Jathai 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 Jathai
According to the 2011 Census, Jathai village had a total population of 227 people, including 107 males and 120 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.50%, with male literacy at 94.79% and female literacy at 86.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 227 | 107 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 91 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 16 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jathai
Jathai 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 Jathai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Jathai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jathai is about 23 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 Jathai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jathai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jathai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jathai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jathai
Where is Jathai located?
Jathai village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jathai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jathai is Dadas.
What is the pincode of Jathai?
The pincode of Jathai is 171201.
What is the population of Jathai?
Jathai had a total population of 227, including 107 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Jathai?
Jathai had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jathai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jathai was 90.50%. Male literacy was 94.79% and female literacy was 86.54%.