Jhundla - Arki, Solan
Jhundla is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Balera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhundla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhundla is 020115. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.58 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Jhundla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Jhundla
According to the 2011 Census, Jhundla village had a total population of 116 people, including 48 males and 68 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,417 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.68%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 84.38%. 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 | 116 | 48 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 40 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 8 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Jhundla
Jhundla 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 Jhundla
Public transport in the Jhundla is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Solan to Jhundla is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhundla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhundla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhundla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhundla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhundla
Where is Jhundla located?
Jhundla village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhundla?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhundla is Balera.
What is the pincode of Jhundla?
The pincode of Jhundla is 173221.
What is the population of Jhundla?
Jhundla had a total population of 116, including 48 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Jhundla?
Jhundla had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhundla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhundla was 88.68%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 84.38%.