Jarag
About Jarag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jarag village is 023014. Jarag village is located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Jarag village. As per 2009 stats, Jarag village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 714.82 hectares. Jarag has a total population of 1,219 peoples, out of which male population is 622 while female population is 597. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jarag village is 52.67% out of which 59.32% males and 45.73% females are literate. There are about 188 houses in jarag village. Pincode of jarag village locality is 173022.
When it comes to administration, Jarag 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, Jarag village comes under Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nahan is nearest town to jarag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jarag
The population details of Jarag 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 | 1,219 | 622 | 597 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 753 | 385 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 642 | 369 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 253 | 324 |
Connectivity of Jarag
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jarag
Where is Jarag located?
Jarag village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarag?
Jarag serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Jarag?
The pincode of Jarag is 173022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jarag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jarag is 1,219, with 622 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Jarag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jarag village has a total of 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jarag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jarag is 52.67%. The male literacy rate is 59.32%, while the female literacy rate is 45.73%.