Jhamoon - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Jhamoon is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Tamber serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhamoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhamoon is 011460. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.84 hectares and falls under the 176088 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Jhamoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhamoon
As per Census 2011, Jhamoon village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 67 males and 97 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,447 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhamoon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 67 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Jhamoon
Jhamoon 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 Jhamoon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jhamoon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Jhamoon is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhamoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhamoon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jhamoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhamoon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhamoon
Where is Jhamoon located?
Jhamoon village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhamoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhamoon is Tamber.
What is the pincode of Jhamoon?
The pincode of Jhamoon is 176088.
What is the population of Jhamoon?
Jhamoon has a total population of 164, including 67 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Jhamoon?
There are 46 households in Jhamoon.
What is the literacy rate in Jhamoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhamoon is 70.12%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 64.95%.