Jabal - Arki, Solan
Jabal is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Palania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jabal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jabal is 020223. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Jabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jabal
As per Census 2011, Jabal village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 60 males and 53 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 20 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jabal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Jabal
Jabal 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 Jabal
Jabal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Jabal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jabal 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 Jabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jabal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jabal
Where is Jabal located?
Jabal village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jabal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jabal is Palania.
What is the pincode of Jabal?
The pincode of Jabal is 173208.
What is the population of Jabal?
Jabal has a total population of 113, including 60 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Jabal?
There are 18 households in Jabal.
What is the literacy rate in Jabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jabal is 82.30%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 86.79%.