Jamgaon - Narharpur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Jamgaon is a village situated in the Narharpur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narharpur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Jamgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgaon is 447918. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.2 hectares and falls under the 494333 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanker Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jamgaon
As per Census 2011, Jamgaon village has a total population of 2,090 people, consisting of 1,053 males and 1,037 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,302 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,090 | 1,053 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 101 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,353 | 699 | 654 |
| Literate Population | 1,302 | 762 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 291 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Jamgaon
Jamgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dompadar | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Mandradarha | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Arjuni | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Dabbipani | South | 3.24 km |
| Charbhata | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Chiwarri Mal | North | 3.61 km |
| Murumtara | South-East | 4.13 km |
| Chiwarri (ryt) | North | 4.66 km |
| Ghotiyawahi | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Kuralthemli | North-West | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamgaon
Jamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| 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 Kanker to Jamgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Jamgaon is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamgaon 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 Jamgaon
Where is Jamgaon located?
Jamgaon village is located in Narharpur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamgaon is Jamgoan.
What is the pincode of Jamgaon?
The pincode of Jamgaon is 494333.
What is the population of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon has a total population of 2,090, including 1,053 males and 1,037 females.
How many households are there in Jamgaon?
There are 484 households in Jamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgaon is 62.30%. Male literacy is 72.36% and female literacy is 52.07%.