Jamba
Jamba is a village located in Nilokheri tehsil of Karnal district in Haryana, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nilokheri (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Karnal. As per 2009 stats, Jamba village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamba unique in its vibrant Nilokheri-Karnal region. You’ll see Jamba’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 Jamba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamba is 058991. The village spans a total geographical area of 423 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 132157. Nilokheri is nearest town to Jamba village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jamba 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 Indri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Karnal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamba
Population of Jamba
According to the 2011 Census, Jamba has a total population of about 2,040, with approximately 1,092 males and 948 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 541 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 64.31%, with male literacy at about 72.07% and female literacy near 55.38%. There are around 395 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,040 | 1,092 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 150 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 291 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 787 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 305 | 423 |
Connectivity of Jamba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamba. As per the 2011 stats, Jamba 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamba
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamba
- Where is Jamba located?
- Jamba village is situated in Nilokheri Tehsil, within the Karnal district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamba?
- Jamba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamba?
- The pincode of Jamba is 132157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamba is 2,040, with 1,092 males and 948 females.
- How many households are there in Jamba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamba village has a total of 395 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamba is 64.31%. The male literacy rate is 72.07%, while the female literacy rate is 55.38%.