Jagehr - Harchakian, Kangra
Jagehr is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thehad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagehr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagehr is 009286. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.22 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Jagehr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagehr
According to the 2011 Census, Jagehr village had a total population of 123 people, including 60 males and 63 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.41%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 81.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 45 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Jagehr
Jagehr 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 Jagehr
Jagehr is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dharmsala to Jagehr is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagehr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagehr 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jagehr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagehr 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 Jagehr
Where is Jagehr located?
Jagehr village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagehr is Thehad.
What is the pincode of Jagehr?
The pincode of Jagehr is 176210.
What is the population of Jagehr?
Jagehr had a total population of 123, including 60 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Jagehr?
Jagehr had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jagehr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagehr was 86.41%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 81.48%.