Jalana - Arki, Solan
Jalana is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Rohanj Jalana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalana is 020214. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Jalana 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 Jalana
According to the 2011 Census, Jalana village had a total population of 649 people, including 325 males and 324 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.61%, with male literacy at 93.06% and female literacy at 78.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327.
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 | 649 | 325 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 169 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 268 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 57 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Jalana
Jalana 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 Jalana
Jalana 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Jalana is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jalana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jalana
Where is Jalana located?
Jalana village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalana?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalana is Rohanj Jalana.
What is the pincode of Jalana?
The pincode of Jalana is 173208.
What is the population of Jalana?
Jalana had a total population of 649, including 325 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Jalana?
Jalana had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalana was 85.61%. Male literacy was 93.06% and female literacy was 78.01%.