Jandu - Ramshahr, Solan
Jandu is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Diggal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jandu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jandu is 020672. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.77 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Jandu 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 Jandu
According to the 2011 Census, Jandu village had a total population of 111 people, including 59 males and 52 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.72%, with male literacy at 91.49% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Jandu
Jandu 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 Jandu
Jandu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jandu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jandu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jandu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jandu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jandu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jandu
Where is Jandu located?
Jandu village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jandu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jandu is Diggal.
What is the pincode of Jandu?
The pincode of Jandu is 174102.
What is the population of Jandu?
Jandu had a total population of 111, including 59 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Jandu?
Jandu had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jandu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jandu was 81.72%. Male literacy was 91.49% and female literacy was 71.74%.