Jamgawan
Jamgawan is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Jamgawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamgawan unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Jamgawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jamgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamgawan is 433053. The village spans a total geographical area of 391.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Jamgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Jamgawan
Population of Jamgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Jamgawan has a total population of about 1,302, with approximately 649 males and 653 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 111 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 873. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.71%, with male literacy at about 51.77% and female literacy near 31.70%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,302 | 649 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 89 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 873 | 433 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 336 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 313 | 446 |
Connectivity of Jamgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Jamgawan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamgawan
- Where is Jamgawan located?
- Jamgawan village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamgawan?
- Jamgawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamgawan?
- The pincode of Jamgawan is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamgawan is 1,302, with 649 males and 653 females.
- How many households are there in Jamgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamgawan village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamgawan is 41.71%. The male literacy rate is 51.77%, while the female literacy rate is 31.70%.