Jathman - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Jathman is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Gahlian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jathman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jathman is 010476. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.75 hectares and falls under the 176066 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Jathman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jathman
According to the 2011 Census, Jathman village had a total population of 303 people, including 143 males and 160 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.71%, with male literacy at 97.66% and female literacy at 84.87%.
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 | 303 | 143 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 125 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Jathman
Jathman 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 Jathman
Jathman 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 | 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 Jathman is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jathman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jathman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jathman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jathman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jathman
Where is Jathman located?
Jathman village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jathman?
The Gram Panchayat of Jathman is Gahlian.
What is the pincode of Jathman?
The pincode of Jathman is 176066.
What is the population of Jathman?
Jathman had a total population of 303, including 143 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Jathman?
Jathman had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jathman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jathman was 90.71%. Male literacy was 97.66% and female literacy was 84.87%.