Jehun - Kasauli, Solan
Jehun is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Rouri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jehun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jehun is 021604. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.89 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Jehun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jehun
According to the 2011 Census, Jehun village had a total population of 42 people, including 17 males and 25 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,471 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 8 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Jehun
Jehun 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 Jehun
Jehun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jehun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Jehun is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jehun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jehun 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 Jehun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jehun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jehun
Where is Jehun located?
Jehun village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jehun?
The Gram Panchayat of Jehun is Rouri.
What is the pincode of Jehun?
The pincode of Jehun is 173220.
What is the population of Jehun?
Jehun had a total population of 42, including 17 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Jehun?
Jehun had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jehun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jehun was 75.61%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 75.00%.