Yoh - Sarkaghat, Mandi
Yoh is a village situated in the Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Barchhwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yoh is 013912. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.03 hectares and falls under the 175024 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Yoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yoh
As per Census 2011, Yoh village has a total population of 261 people, consisting of 129 males and 132 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yoh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 129 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Yoh
Yoh 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 Yoh
Yoh 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 Yoh is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yoh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Yoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yoh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Yoh
Where is Yoh located?
Yoh village is located in Sarkaghat Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Yoh is Barchhwar.
What is the pincode of Yoh?
The pincode of Yoh is 175024.
What is the population of Yoh?
Yoh has a total population of 261, including 129 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Yoh?
There are 57 households in Yoh.
What is the literacy rate in Yoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yoh is 78.16%. Male literacy is 82.95% and female literacy is 73.48%.