Jamgahan
Jamgahan is a village located in Malkharoda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Malkharoda (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Jamgahan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamgahan unique in its vibrant Malkharoda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Jamgahan’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 Jamgahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamgahan is 437281. The village spans a total geographical area of 265.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495691. Adbhar is nearest town to Jamgahan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jamgahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandrapura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamgahan
Population of Jamgahan
According to the 2011 Census, Jamgahan has a total population of about 1,355, with approximately 681 males and 674 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 839 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 111. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.03%, with male literacy at about 72.39% and female literacy near 49.55%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamgahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 681 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 419 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 66 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 493 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 188 | 340 |
Connectivity of Jamgahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamgahan. As per the 2011 stats, Jamgahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamgahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamgahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamgahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamgahan
- Where is Jamgahan located?
- Jamgahan village is situated in Malkharoda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamgahan?
- Jamgahan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamgahan?
- The pincode of Jamgahan is 495691, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamgahan is 1,355, with 681 males and 674 females.
- How many households are there in Jamgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamgahan village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamgahan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamgahan is 61.03%. The male literacy rate is 72.39%, while the female literacy rate is 49.55%.