Jamsher
Jamsher is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Jamsher village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamsher unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Jamsher’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jamsher
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamsher is 029765. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144629. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Jamsher village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jamsher
Population of Jamsher
According to the 2011 Census, Jamsher has a total population of about 512, with approximately 273 males and 239 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 461 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.20%, with male literacy at about 49.45% and female literacy near 51.05%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamsher's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 273 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 248 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 257 | 135 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 138 | 117 |
Connectivity of Jamsher
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamsher. As per the 2011 stats, Jamsher had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamsher
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamsher helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamsher.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamsher
- Where is Jamsher located?
- Jamsher village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamsher?
- Jamsher serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamsher?
- The pincode of Jamsher is 144629, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamsher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamsher is 512, with 273 males and 239 females.
- How many households are there in Jamsher as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamsher village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamsher as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamsher is 50.20%. The male literacy rate is 49.45%, while the female literacy rate is 51.05%.