Jamgaon - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Jamgaon is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 54 km from Chhuikhadan and around 115 km from Rajnandgaon. Jamgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgaon is 440057. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Gandai is the nearest town, located about 49 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 Khairagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamgaon
As per Census 2011, Jamgaon village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 543 males and 542 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 543 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 346 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 197 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Jamgaon
Jamgaon 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 Jamgaon
Jamgaon 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 NA |
| 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 Gandai to Jamgaon is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Jamgaon is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamgaon
Where is Jamgaon located?
Jamgaon village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamgaon?
The pincode of Jamgaon is 491888.
What is the population of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon has a total population of 1,085, including 543 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Jamgaon?
There are 252 households in Jamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgaon is 51.98%. Male literacy is 63.72% and female literacy is 40.22%.