Jambagi - Athni, Belagavi
Jambagi is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from Athani and around 150 km from Belgaum. Jambagi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambagi is 597260. The village covers a total geographical area of 1589.01 hectares and falls under the 591232 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jambagi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kagwad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambagi
As per Census 2011, Jambagi village has a total population of 3,653 people, consisting of 1,894 males and 1,759 females. The village has 792 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,134 literate and 1,519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambagi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,653 | 1,894 | 1,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 224 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 175 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 2,134 | 1,253 | 881 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,519 | 641 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Jambagi
Jambagi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivanoor | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Kallotti | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Sambaragi | North | 4.00 km |
| Tevaratti | South | 4.15 km |
| Jakkaratti | West | 4.16 km |
| Madabhavi | South-West | 5.70 km |
| Agrani-ingalgaon | South | 5.92 km |
| Naganur P.a. | North | 5.95 km |
| Mavinahatti | South-East | 6.06 km |
| Tawashi | North-East | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jambagi
Public transport in the Jambagi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sulgare, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Jambagi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Jambagi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambagi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambagi 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 Jambagi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambagi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jambagi
Where is Jambagi located?
Jambagi village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambagi?
Jambagi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambagi?
The pincode of Jambagi is 591232.
What is the population of Jambagi?
Jambagi has a total population of 3,653, including 1,894 males and 1,759 females.
How many households are there in Jambagi?
There are 792 households in Jambagi.
What is the literacy rate in Jambagi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambagi is 58.42%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 50.09%.