Jethna - Kandaghat, Solan
Jethna is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jethna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jethna is 022474. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 173217 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Jethna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jethna
As per Census 2011, Jethna village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 65 males and 58 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jethna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Jethna
Jethna 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 Jethna
Jethna 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 Jethna is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jethna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jethna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jethna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jethna 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 Jethna
Where is Jethna located?
Jethna village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jethna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jethna is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Jethna?
The pincode of Jethna is 173217.
What is the population of Jethna?
Jethna has a total population of 123, including 65 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Jethna?
There are 23 households in Jethna.
What is the literacy rate in Jethna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jethna is 79.67%. Male literacy is 86.15% and female literacy is 72.41%.