Jamta - Nahan, Sirmaur
Jamta is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Navni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamta is 023136. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Jamta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamta
As per Census 2011, Jamta village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 386 males and 347 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 534 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 386 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 51 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 534 | 308 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 78 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Jamta
Jamta 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 Jamta
Jamta 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 Nahan to Jamta is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamta
Where is Jamta located?
Jamta village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamta?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamta is Navni.
What is the pincode of Jamta?
The pincode of Jamta is 173001.
What is the population of Jamta?
Jamta has a total population of 733, including 386 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Jamta?
There are 167 households in Jamta.
What is the literacy rate in Jamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamta is 72.85%. Male literacy is 79.79% and female literacy is 65.13%.