Jahnu - Makridi, Mandi
Jahnu is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Mandi. Khadihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jahnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jahnu is 013320. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.92 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Jahnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jahnu
According to the 2011 Census, Jahnu village had a total population of 95 people, including 53 males and 42 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.95%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Jahnu
Jahnu 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 Jahnu
Jahnu 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 Mandi to Jahnu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jahnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jahnu 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 Jahnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jahnu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jahnu
Where is Jahnu located?
Jahnu village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jahnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahnu is Khadihar.
What is the pincode of Jahnu?
The pincode of Jahnu is 175015.
What is the population of Jahnu?
Jahnu had a total population of 95, including 53 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Jahnu?
Jahnu had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jahnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jahnu was 82.95%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 69.23%.