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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Upper Jehmat village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 156 males and 200 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,282 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Jehmat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 156 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| 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 has a total population of 356, including 156 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Upper Jehmat?
There are 90 households in Upper Jehmat.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Jehmat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Jehmat is 73.31%. Male literacy is 78.21% and female literacy is 69.50%.