Jambahara - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Jambahara is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kottara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambahara is 447472. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.75 hectares and falls under the 494670 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jambahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambahara
As per Census 2011, Jambahara village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 181 males and 177 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambahara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 124 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 110 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 71 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Jambahara
Jambahara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagdongari | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Gadagauri | North | 2.23 km |
| Kottara | West | 2.30 km |
| Guttitola | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Hinganjhar | South | 3.25 km |
| Chandeli | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Jawartara | West | 4.34 km |
| Potgaon | South | 4.41 km |
| Khairkheda | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Parsoda | South-West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jambahara
Jambahara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Jambahara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Jambahara is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jambahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambahara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jambahara
Where is Jambahara located?
Jambahara village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jambahara is Kottara.
What is the pincode of Jambahara?
The pincode of Jambahara is 494670.
What is the population of Jambahara?
Jambahara has a total population of 358, including 181 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Jambahara?
There are 89 households in Jambahara.
What is the literacy rate in Jambahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambahara is 51.68%. Male literacy is 60.77% and female literacy is 42.37%.