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
According to the 2011 Census, Jamta village had a total population of 733 people, including 386 males and 347 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.15%, with male literacy at 91.94% and female literacy at 71.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 733 | 386 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 51 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 733, including 386 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Jamta?
Jamta had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamta was 82.15%. Male literacy was 91.94% and female literacy was 71.75%.