Jamdar
Jamdar is a village located in Gawan subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gawan (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Jamdar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamdar unique in its vibrant Gawan-Giridih region. You’ll see Jamdar’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 Jamdar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamdar is 350216. The village spans a total geographical area of 393 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815313. Giridih is nearest town to Jamdar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Jamdar 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 Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamdar
Population of Jamdar
According to the 2011 Census, Jamdar has a total population of about 1,236, with approximately 618 males and 618 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 109. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.86%, with male literacy at about 64.56% and female literacy near 39.16%. There are around 223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamdar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 618 | 618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 114 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 399 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 219 | 376 |
Connectivity of Jamdar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamdar. As per the 2011 stats, Jamdar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamdar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamdar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamdar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamdar
- Where is Jamdar located?
- Jamdar village is situated in Gawan Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamdar?
- Jamdar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamdar?
- The pincode of Jamdar is 815313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamdar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamdar is 1,236, with 618 males and 618 females.
- How many households are there in Jamdar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamdar village has a total of 223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamdar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamdar is 51.86%. The male literacy rate is 64.56%, while the female literacy rate is 39.16%.