Jammu - Dhami, Shimla
Jammu is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Shimla. Chanawag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jammu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jammu is 024004. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.35 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Jammu 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 Jammu
As per Census 2011, Jammu village has a total population of 134 people, consisting of 71 males and 63 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 38 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jammu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 58 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 13 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Jammu
Jammu 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 Jammu
Jammu 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 Shimla to Jammu is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jammu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jammu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jammu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jammu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jammu
Where is Jammu located?
Jammu village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jammu?
The Gram Panchayat of Jammu is Chanawag.
What is the pincode of Jammu?
The pincode of Jammu is 171103.
What is the population of Jammu?
Jammu has a total population of 134, including 71 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Jammu?
There are 26 households in Jammu.
What is the literacy rate in Jammu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jammu is 71.64%. Male literacy is 81.69% and female literacy is 60.32%.