Jhandian - Nalagarh, Solan
Jhandian is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Koedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhandian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhandian is 020944. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.12 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Jhandian 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 Jhandian
According to the 2011 Census, Jhandian village had a total population of 118 people, including 65 males and 53 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.44%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 25 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Jhandian
Jhandian 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 Jhandian
Jhandian 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 Jhandian is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhandian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhandian 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhandian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhandian 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhandian
Where is Jhandian located?
Jhandian village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhandian?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhandian is Koedi.
What is the pincode of Jhandian?
The pincode of Jhandian is 174102.
What is the population of Jhandian?
Jhandian had a total population of 118, including 65 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Jhandian?
Jhandian had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhandian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhandian was 69.44%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 66.04%.