Jhamach - Chhatri, Mandi
Jhamach is a village situated in the Chhatri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 130 km from Mandi. Behal Sainj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhamach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhamach is 015279. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 175035 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Jhamach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhamach
According to the 2011 Census, Jhamach village had a total population of 274 people, including 139 males and 135 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.72%, with male literacy at 80.65% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 100 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 39 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Jhamach
Jhamach 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 Jhamach
Jhamach is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Jhamach is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhamach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhamach 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhamach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhamach 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 Jhamach
Where is Jhamach located?
Jhamach village is located in Chhatri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhamach?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhamach is Behal Sainj.
What is the pincode of Jhamach?
The pincode of Jhamach is 175035.
What is the population of Jhamach?
Jhamach had a total population of 274, including 139 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Jhamach?
Jhamach had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhamach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhamach was 75.72%. Male literacy was 80.65% and female literacy was 70.59%.