Jalni - Nalagarh, Solan
Jalni is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Mittian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalni is 020877. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Jalni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalni
According to the 2011 Census, Jalni village had a total population of 125 people, including 70 males and 55 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.86%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 36.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 40 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 30 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Jalni
Jalni 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 Jalni
Jalni 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 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 Jalni is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalni 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 Jalni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalni 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jalni
Where is Jalni located?
Jalni village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalni?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalni is Mittian.
What is the pincode of Jalni?
The pincode of Jalni is 174102.
What is the population of Jalni?
Jalni had a total population of 125, including 70 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Jalni?
Jalni had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalni was 50.86%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 36.54%.