Jijhawan - Arki, Solan
Jijhawan is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghanagughat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jijhawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jijhawan is 020086. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Jijhawan 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 Jijhawan
According to the 2011 Census, Jijhawan village had a total population of 69 people, including 32 males and 37 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 74.19%.
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 | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Jijhawan
Jijhawan 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 Jijhawan
Jijhawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Jijhawan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jijhawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jijhawan 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 Jijhawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jijhawan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jijhawan
Where is Jijhawan located?
Jijhawan village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jijhawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jijhawan is Ghanagughat.
What is the pincode of Jijhawan?
The pincode of Jijhawan is 171102.
What is the population of Jijhawan?
Jijhawan had a total population of 69, including 32 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Jijhawan?
Jijhawan had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jijhawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jijhawan was 85.00%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 74.19%.