Jamka - Junagadh
Jamka is a village situated in the Junagadh taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Junagadh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jamka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamka is 514518. The village covers a total geographical area of 1169.18 hectares and falls under the 362263 pincode. Junagadh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jamka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamka
As per Census 2011, Jamka village has a total population of 2,638 people, consisting of 1,365 males and 1,273 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,865 literate and 773 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,638 | 1,365 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 116 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 177 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,865 | 1,069 | 796 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 296 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Jamka
Jamka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jamka
Jamka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagadh to Jamka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamka 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 Jamka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamka
Where is Jamka located?
Jamka village is located in Junagadh Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamka?
Jamka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamka?
The pincode of Jamka is 362263.
What is the population of Jamka?
Jamka has a total population of 2,638, including 1,365 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Jamka?
There are 603 households in Jamka.
What is the literacy rate in Jamka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamka is 70.70%. Male literacy is 78.32% and female literacy is 62.53%.