Jamdarra - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Jamdarra is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Karai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamdarra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamdarra is 433064. The village covers a total geographical area of 412.29 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jamdarra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamdarra
As per Census 2011, Jamdarra village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 229 males and 248 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 276 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 332 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamdarra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 229 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 156 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 149 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 80 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Jamdarra
Jamdarra 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 Jamdarra
Jamdarra 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 Lakhanpur to Jamdarra is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Jamdarra is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamdarra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamdarra 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 Jamdarra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamdarra 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 Jamdarra
Where is Jamdarra located?
Jamdarra village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamdarra?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamdarra is Karai.
What is the pincode of Jamdarra?
The pincode of Jamdarra is 497116.
What is the population of Jamdarra?
Jamdarra has a total population of 477, including 229 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Jamdarra?
There are 110 households in Jamdarra.
What is the literacy rate in Jamdarra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamdarra is 57.86%. Male literacy is 65.07% and female literacy is 51.21%.