Jamsher-I - Jalandhar - I, Jalandhar
Jamsher-I is a village situated in the Jalandhar - I tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jalandhar - I and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Jamsher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamsher-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamsher-I is 030362. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130 hectares and falls under the 144020 pincode. Jalandhar is the nearest town.
Jamsher-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalandhar Cantt. Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamsher-I
According to the 2011 Census, Jamsher-I village had a total population of 8,437 people, including 4,372 males and 4,065 females, living in 1,776 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.78%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 77.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,640.
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 | 8,437 | 4,372 | 4,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 759 | 403 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,640 | 1,905 | 1,735 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,202 | 3,339 | 2,863 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,235 | 1,033 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Jamsher-I
Jamsher-I 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 Jamsher-I
Jamsher-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Jamsher-I has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Jamsher-I is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamsher-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamsher-I 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 Jamsher-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamsher-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamsher-I
Where is Jamsher-I located?
Jamsher-I village is located in Jalandhar - I Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamsher-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamsher-I is Jamsher.
What is the pincode of Jamsher-I?
The pincode of Jamsher-I is 144020.
What is the population of Jamsher-I?
Jamsher-I had a total population of 8,437, including 4,372 males and 4,065 females.
How many households are there in Jamsher-I?
Jamsher-I had 1,776 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamsher-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamsher-I was 80.78%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 77.19%.