Upper Jehmat - Baldwara, Mandi
Upper Jehmat is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jehmat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upper Jehmat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Jehmat is 014171. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.87 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Upper Jehmat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Upper Jehmat
According to the 2011 Census, Upper Jehmat village had a total population of 356 people, including 156 males and 200 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,282 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.39%, with male literacy at 89.05% and female literacy at 78.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 356 | 156 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 122 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Jehmat
Upper Jehmat 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 Upper Jehmat
Upper Jehmat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Mandi to Upper Jehmat is about 44 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 Upper Jehmat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Jehmat 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 Upper Jehmat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Jehmat 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Jehmat
Where is Upper Jehmat located?
Upper Jehmat village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Upper Jehmat?
The Gram Panchayat of Upper Jehmat is Jehmat.
What is the pincode of Upper Jehmat?
The pincode of Upper Jehmat is 175033.
What is the population of Upper Jehmat?
Upper Jehmat had a total population of 356, including 156 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Upper Jehmat?
Upper Jehmat had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Jehmat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Jehmat was 83.39%. Male literacy was 89.05% and female literacy was 78.98%.