Jamka
Jamka is a village located in Junagadh taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from Junagadh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jamka village. As per 2009 stats, Jamka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamka unique in its vibrant Junagadh region. You’ll see Jamka’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 Jamka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamka is 514518. The village spans a total geographical area of 1169.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362263. Junagadh is nearest town to Jamka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Jamka
Population of Jamka
According to the 2011 Census, Jamka has a total population of about 2,638, with approximately 1,365 males and 1,273 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 327 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.70%, with male literacy at about 78.32% and female literacy near 62.53%. There are around 603 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
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 Junagadh Taluka, within the Junagadh 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 362263, 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 2,638, with 1,365 males and 1,273 females.
- How many households are there in Jamka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamka village has a total of 603 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamka is 70.70%. The male literacy rate is 78.32%, while the female literacy rate is 62.53%.