Jhot - Amb, Una
Jhot is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Nehri Nauranga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhot is 018261. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 177210 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Jhot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhot
As per Census 2011, Jhot village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 37 males and 39 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Jhot
Jhot 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 Jhot
Jhot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jhot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Jhot is about 38 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 Jhot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jhot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhot
Where is Jhot located?
Jhot village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhot?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhot is Nehri Nauranga.
What is the pincode of Jhot?
The pincode of Jhot is 177210.
What is the population of Jhot?
Jhot has a total population of 76, including 37 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Jhot?
There are 16 households in Jhot.
What is the literacy rate in Jhot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhot is 72.37%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 64.10%.