Jhir - Bhadrota, Mandi
Jhir is a village situated in the Bhadrota tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Gehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhir is 014066. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.07 hectares and falls under the 175049 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Jhir 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 Jhir
As per Census 2011, Jhir village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 80 males and 92 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhir are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 80 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 15 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Jhir
Jhir 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 Jhir
Jhir 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 Jhir is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhir 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 Jhir
Where is Jhir located?
Jhir village is located in Bhadrota Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhir?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhir is Gehra.
What is the pincode of Jhir?
The pincode of Jhir is 175049.
What is the population of Jhir?
Jhir has a total population of 172, including 80 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Jhir?
There are 43 households in Jhir.
What is the literacy rate in Jhir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhir is 73.84%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 67.39%.