Jamda
Jamda is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Jamda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamda unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Jamda’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 Jamda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamda is 507554. The village spans a total geographical area of 1084.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Jamda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jamda 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 Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamda
Population of Jamda
According to the 2011 Census, Jamda has a total population of about 2,709, with approximately 1,420 males and 1,289 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 467 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 518 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.50%, with male literacy at about 64.23% and female literacy near 37.47%. There are around 490 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,709 | 1,420 | 1,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 252 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 267 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 912 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 508 | 806 |
Connectivity of Jamda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamda. As per the 2011 stats, Jamda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamda
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamda
- Where is Jamda located?
- Jamda village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamda?
- Jamda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamda?
- The pincode of Jamda is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamda is 2,709, with 1,420 males and 1,289 females.
- How many households are there in Jamda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamda village has a total of 490 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamda is 51.50%. The male literacy rate is 64.23%, while the female literacy rate is 37.47%.