Jamda - Tharad, Vav-Tharad
Jamda is a village situated in the Tharad taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Tharad and around 98 km from Palanpur. Jamda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamda is 507554. The village covers a total geographical area of 1084.26 hectares and falls under the 385565 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jamda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamda
As per Census 2011, Jamda village has a total population of 2,709 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,289 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,395 literate and 1,314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamda are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 912 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 508 | 806 |
Nearby Villages of Jamda
Jamda 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 Jamda
Jamda 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Jamda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Jamda is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamda 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 Jamda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamda 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 Jamda
Where is Jamda located?
Jamda village is located in Tharad Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamda?
Jamda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamda?
The pincode of Jamda is 385565.
What is the population of Jamda?
Jamda has a total population of 2,709, including 1,420 males and 1,289 females.
How many households are there in Jamda?
There are 490 households in Jamda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamda is 51.50%. Male literacy is 64.23% and female literacy is 37.47%.