Jamhar - Pithora, Mahasamund
Jamhar is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Jammhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamhar is 446299. The village covers a total geographical area of 833.91 hectares and falls under the 493551 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jamhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamhar
As per Census 2011, Jamhar village has a total population of 1,339 people, consisting of 695 males and 644 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 588 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 695 | 644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 92 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 309 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 471 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 224 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Jamhar
Jamhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajadera | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Khusrupali | East | 3.36 km |
| Kocharra | East | 4.29 km |
| Kokobhatha | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Chhibarra | East | 4.88 km |
| Godbahal | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Bhitidih | East | 5.15 km |
| Sindhrupali (sidhrupali) | South-West | 5.37 km |
| Rampur | South | 5.61 km |
| Arjuni | South-East | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamhar
Jamhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhimkhoj, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Jamhar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Jamhar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamhar
Where is Jamhar located?
Jamhar village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamhar is Jammhar.
What is the pincode of Jamhar?
The pincode of Jamhar is 493551.
What is the population of Jamhar?
Jamhar has a total population of 1,339, including 695 males and 644 females.
How many households are there in Jamhar?
There are 412 households in Jamhar.
What is the literacy rate in Jamhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamhar is 59.07%. Male literacy is 67.77% and female literacy is 49.69%.