Jijjar - Amb, Una
Jijjar is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhagrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jijjar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jijjar is 018219. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.03 hectares and falls under the 177109 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Jijjar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jijjar
According to the 2011 Census, Jijjar village had a total population of 393 people, including 199 males and 194 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.78%, with male literacy at 96.09% and female literacy at 85.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 393 | 199 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 172 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 27 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Jijjar
Jijjar 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 Jijjar
Public transport in the Jijjar is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jijjar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Jijjar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jijjar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jijjar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jijjar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jijjar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jijjar
Where is Jijjar located?
Jijjar village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jijjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jijjar is Bhagrah.
What is the pincode of Jijjar?
The pincode of Jijjar is 177109.
What is the population of Jijjar?
Jijjar had a total population of 393, including 199 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Jijjar?
Jijjar had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jijjar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jijjar was 90.78%. Male literacy was 96.09% and female literacy was 85.47%.