Jarja - Nahan, Sirmaur
Jarja is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sen-ki-ser serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarja is 023193. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Jarja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarja
According to the 2011 Census, Jarja village had a total population of 585 people, including 336 males and 249 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 741 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.79%, with male literacy at 93.69% and female literacy at 84.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 585 | 336 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 282 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 54 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Jarja
Jarja 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 Jarja
Jarja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahan to Jarja is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarja 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 Jarja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarja 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 Jarja
Where is Jarja located?
Jarja village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jarja?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarja is Sen-ki-ser.
What is the pincode of Jarja?
The pincode of Jarja is 173001.
What is the population of Jarja?
Jarja had a total population of 585, including 336 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Jarja?
Jarja had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarja was 89.79%. Male literacy was 93.69% and female literacy was 84.65%.