Jagehdi - Dhami, Shimla
Jagehdi is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Shimla. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jagehdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jagehdi is 024040. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Jagehdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jagehdi
As per Census 2011, Jagehdi village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 83 males and 95 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jagehdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 83 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 16 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Jagehdi
Jagehdi 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 Jagehdi
Jagehdi 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 | 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 Shimla to Jagehdi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jagehdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jagehdi 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 Jagehdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jagehdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jagehdi
Where is Jagehdi located?
Jagehdi village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jagehdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jagehdi is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Jagehdi?
The pincode of Jagehdi is 171103.
What is the population of Jagehdi?
Jagehdi has a total population of 178, including 83 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Jagehdi?
There are 36 households in Jagehdi.
What is the literacy rate in Jagehdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jagehdi is 67.42%. Male literacy is 80.72% and female literacy is 55.79%.