Jhamat - Payal, Ludhiana
Jhamat is a village situated in the Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Payal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Jhammat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhamat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhamat is 033314. The village covers a total geographical area of 548 hectares and falls under the 141117 pincode. Maloud is the nearest town.
Jhamat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jhamat
According to the 2011 Census, Jhamat village had a total population of 2,144 people, including 1,127 males and 1,017 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 86.58% and female literacy at 75.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,004.
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 | 2,144 | 1,127 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,004 | 524 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,593 | 890 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 237 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Jhamat
Jhamat 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 Jhamat
Jhamat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ludhiana to Jhamat is about 30 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 Jhamat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhamat 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 Jhamat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhamat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jhamat
Where is Jhamat located?
Jhamat village is located in Payal Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhamat?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhamat is Jhammat.
What is the pincode of Jhamat?
The pincode of Jhamat is 141117.
What is the population of Jhamat?
Jhamat had a total population of 2,144, including 1,127 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Jhamat?
Jhamat had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhamat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhamat was 81.40%. Male literacy was 86.58% and female literacy was 75.67%.