Jama

Jama is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Labji is the gram panchayat of Jama village.

Jama has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jama is 433068. The village spans a total geographical area of 1111.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Jama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Jama

Below is a concise population overview of Jama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 308 154 154
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 29 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 292 142 150
Literate Population 60 42 18
Illiterate Population 248 112 136

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jama village:

  • The total population of Jama village is around 308, including approximately 154 males and 154 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Jama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jama village has 292 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jama village is about 19.48%, with male literacy at 27.27% and female literacy at 11.69%.
  • There are around 78 households in Jama village.

Connectivity of Jama

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jama. As per the 2011 stats, Jama 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jama

Knowing the nearby villages of Jama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jama.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jama

Where is Jama located?
Jama village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jama?
The Gram Panchayat of Jama is Labji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jama?
The pincode of Jama is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jama is 308, with 154 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Jama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jama village has a total of 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jama is 19.48%. The male literacy rate is 27.27%, while the female literacy rate is 11.69%.