Jamgaon - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Jamgaon is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Amgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgaon is 439662. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.56 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jamgaon village had a total population of 585 people, including 288 males and 297 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.12%, with male literacy at 68.33% and female literacy at 44.40%.
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 | 585 | 288 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 164 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 124 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Jamgaon
Jamgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarhatola | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Talpur | North | 1.60 km |
| Amgaon | East | 1.61 km |
| Sonpuri | West | 2.03 km |
| Bandha Tola | West | 2.50 km |
| Ramhepur | South | 2.57 km |
| Daniya Khurd | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Biranpur | North | 2.94 km |
| Bhimpuri | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Dalsa Tola | South | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamgaon
Jamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Jamgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Jamgaon is about 27 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 Jamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamgaon
Where is Jamgaon located?
Jamgaon village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamgaon is Amgaon.
What is the pincode of Jamgaon?
The pincode of Jamgaon is 491996.
What is the population of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon had a total population of 585, including 288 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Jamgaon?
Jamgaon had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgaon was 56.12%. Male literacy was 68.33% and female literacy was 44.40%.