Jamkhandi (Rural) - Jamkhandi, Bagalkote
Jamkhandi (Rural) is a village situated in the Jamkhandi taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 1 km from Jamkhandi and around 80 km from Bagalkot. Kadapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamkhandi (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamkhandi (Rural) is 598436. The village covers a total geographical area of 5019.44 hectares and falls under the 587301 pincode. Jamkhandi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Jamkhandi (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamkhandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamkhandi (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Jamkhandi (Rural) village has a total population of 1,808 people, consisting of 922 males and 886 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,021 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamkhandi (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,808 | 922 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 157 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 587 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 335 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Jamkhandi (Rural)
Jamkhandi (Rural) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunnur | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Kankanawadi | North | 3.78 km |
| Ramateerth | South | 5.03 km |
| Albal | North-West | 5.50 km |
| Kumbarhal | East | 5.96 km |
| Madarkhandi | South-West | 5.99 km |
| Muttur | North-West | 7.10 km |
| Sanal | East | 7.16 km |
| Jambagi.(b.k.) | North-East | 7.30 km |
| Shurpali | North | 7.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamkhandi (Rural)
The nearest railway station is Chinchli, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamkhandi to Jamkhandi (Rural) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Jamkhandi (Rural) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jamkhandi (Rural)
Where is Jamkhandi (Rural) located?
Jamkhandi (Rural) village is located in Jamkhandi Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkhandi (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamkhandi (Rural) is Kadapatti.
What is the pincode of Jamkhandi (Rural)?
The pincode of Jamkhandi (Rural) is 587301.
What is the population of Jamkhandi (Rural)?
Jamkhandi (Rural) has a total population of 1,808, including 922 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Jamkhandi (Rural)?
There are 350 households in Jamkhandi (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Jamkhandi (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamkhandi (Rural) is 56.47%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 48.98%.