Dr. MAHESH HEMBRAM
Online Verified Jamshedpur
- Psychiatrist
- Consultant
- Doctor
- Mental health service
- Psychiatric hospital
Best Psychiatrists in Jharkhand
Jharkhand has 3 cities with their own psychiatrist pages here, led by Jamshedpur, Ranchi and Dhanbad. This page lists all 3 providers we hold for the state in one list, then links to each city for maps, FAQs and local healthcare figures.
Premium partners that have confirmed their details appear first and are labelled; the other entries come from public online sources and are marked as not yet verified, so please confirm details by phone before you travel.
Dr Ifrah Naz
Online Verified Ranchi
- Psychiatrist
- Mental health service
Hours: Mon–Sat: Open 24 hours; Sun: Closed
Dr. Subodh Kumar
Online Verified Dhanbad
- Psychiatrist
- Child psychiatrist
- Geriatrician
- Sexologist
- Sleep clinic
Hours: Daily: 9 AM–8 PM
Psychiatrists in Jharkhand by city
Open a city for maps, hours, local healthcare facts and FAQs.
Psychiatrists in Jharkhand at a glance
Quick facts for the Jharkhand cities listed here. Hospital, bed and doctor figures are estimates scaled from state and national data, because no public source counts them city by city.
| Cities with a page | 3Largest first |
|---|---|
| Combined population of these cities (2025 est.) | 4.8 million (48 lakh)UN WPP 2024 / Census 2011 scaled |
| Estimated hospital beds in these cities | ~3,400State beds per 1,000 x city population |
| Estimated ICU beds | ~170ICU assumed at 5% of beds |
| Estimated hospitals (public + private) | ~180~71 public, ~100 private |
| Estimated practising doctors, all systems | ~6,000National ratio of 1 per 811 people |
| Estimated nurses and midwives | ~11,000National ratio of 2.23 per 1,000 |
| Hospital beds per 1,000 (state) | 0.71India average about 1.39; Below avg |
| Private share of hospital beds (state) | 59%2019-era estimate |
| Infant mortality (state, 2024) | 27 per 1,000 live birthsIndia: 24 (SRS 2024) |
| Life expectancy at birth (state, 2023, modelled) | 71.0 yearsIndia: about 72 |
Jharkhand's 3 largest listed cities add up to roughly 4.8 million people. Jamshedpur (1.8 million), Ranchi (1.6 million) and Dhanbad (1.4 million) lead the list. Most figures are 2025 estimates and should be read as approximate.
Applying state-level hospital-bed ratios to these populations gives about 3,400 hospital beds, including some 170 ICU beds, in an estimated 180 hospitals (roughly 71 public and 100 private). Jharkhand averages 0.71 beds per 1,000 people against about 1.39 for India, and about 59% of its beds are private.
On the national ratio of one practising doctor per 811 people, these cities would have about 6,000 doctors and 11,000 nurses and midwives across all systems of medicine. Mental health is the thinnest part of this workforce: the national average is only about 0.3 psychiatrists per 100,000 people (WHO Mental Health Atlas 2014), so a population this size would have only a few dozen if it matched that average. Specialist head-counts are not published city by city, so these figures show scale, not how many psychiatrists practise in Jharkhand.
Jharkhand has infant mortality of 27 per 1,000 live births (India: 24) and modelled life expectancy of about 71.0 years (India: about 72). This page lists 3 psychiatrists across these cities, and every city and sister city below has its own page with maps, qualifications to check and answers to common questions.
General information compiled from public sources (MoHFW, SRS 2024, CDDEP / One Health Trust, UN WPP 2024, Census 2011); estimates, not official counts, and not medical advice.
What psychiatrists treat
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Bipolar disorder
- OCD
- Alcohol and substance dependence
- Sleep problems
- ADHD and child behaviour concerns
When to see a psychiatrist
- Low mood, loss of interest or hopelessness lasting more than two weeks
- Constant worry, panic attacks or fear that disrupts daily life
- Sleep that has been disturbed for weeks
- Unusual thoughts, hearing voices or extreme mood swings
- A child with sudden changes in behaviour or school performance
Emergency: If you or someone you know is thinking of self-harm, call Tele-MANAS on 14416 (free, 24x7) or 108, or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. India's free ambulance number is 108.
How to choose a psychiatrist
- Check the qualification: MBBS with MD (Psychiatry), DPM or DNB (Psychiatry).
- Verify registration with the NMC / State Medical Council register (psychologists register with the Rehabilitation Council of India, not the NMC) and note the registration number.
- Ask what the consultation includes and whether tests, follow-ups and procedures are charged separately.
- Look for clear, itemised communication about costs; avoid anyone who guarantees a cure.
- Check practical details: location, clinic hours, appointment system, and whether emergency back-up exists if something goes wrong.
Consultations are confidential. The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 protects patient rights. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medicines; psychologists provide therapy and are not medical doctors.
Frequently asked questions: Psychiatrists in Jharkhand
Which cities in Jharkhand have listed psychiatrists?
We hold psychiatrists listings for 3 cities in Jharkhand, including Jamshedpur, Ranchi and Dhanbad. Each city has its own page with contact details and local information.
How many psychiatrists are listed in Jharkhand?
This page shows 3 listed providers across 3 cities. It is a starting point rather than a complete register, so use the qualification and registration checks on each city page before booking.
Who is the best psychiatrist in Jharkhand?
There is no single best doctor for everyone: the right choice depends on your condition, budget and city. Shortlist two or three psychiatrists, check their qualification and registration with the NMC / State Medical Council register (psychologists register with the Rehabilitation Council of India, not the NMC), and compare facilities and communication. Dr. MAHESH HEMBRAM (Jamshedpur) is the first listing on this page - confirm details by phone.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who diagnoses mental health conditions, prescribes medicines and can combine them with therapy. A psychologist is trained in counselling and psychotherapy but cannot prescribe medicines. Many people benefit from seeing both.
Is it normal to see a psychiatrist for anxiety or low mood in Jharkhand?
Yes. Anxiety and depression are common and treatable. Early consultation often shortens recovery, and a psychiatrist can tell you whether therapy, medicines or both are suitable.
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