Jamka
Jamka is a village located in Khambha taluka of Amreli district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Khambha (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Amreli. As per 2009 stats, Jamka village is also a gram panchayat.
Jamka has its own place in the vibrant Amreli 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 Jamka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamka is 515880. The village spans a total geographical area of 2115.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 365550. Rajula is nearest town to Jamka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jamka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amreli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamka
Population of Jamka
Below is a concise population overview of Jamka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,429 | 1,692 | 1,737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 270 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 208 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,488 | 877 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,941 | 815 | 1,126 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jamka village:
- The total population of Jamka village is around 3,429, including approximately 1,692 males and 1,737 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 559 children aged 0–6 years in Jamka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jamka village has 404 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jamka village is about 43.39%, with male literacy at 51.83% and female literacy at 35.18%.
- There are around 616 households in Jamka village.
Connectivity of Jamka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamka. As per the 2011 stats, Jamka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamka
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamka
- Where is Jamka located?
- Jamka village is situated in Khambha Taluka, within the Amreli district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamka?
- Jamka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamka?
- The pincode of Jamka is 365550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamka is 3,429, with 1,692 males and 1,737 females.
- How many households are there in Jamka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamka village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamka is 43.39%. The male literacy rate is 51.83%, while the female literacy rate is 35.18%.