Jialang - Kunihar, Solan
Jialang is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Solan. Maan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jialang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jialang is 020194. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Jialang 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 Jialang
According to the 2011 Census, Jialang village had a total population of 305 people, including 157 males and 148 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.27%, with male literacy at 89.78% and female literacy at 76.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 274.
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 | 305 | 157 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 123 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 34 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Jialang
Jialang 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 Jialang
Jialang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Jialang is about 56 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 Jialang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jialang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jialang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jialang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jialang
Where is Jialang located?
Jialang village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jialang?
The Gram Panchayat of Jialang is Maan.
What is the pincode of Jialang?
The pincode of Jialang is 173207.
What is the population of Jialang?
Jialang had a total population of 305, including 157 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Jialang?
Jialang had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jialang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jialang was 83.27%. Male literacy was 89.78% and female literacy was 76.52%.