Jamkachhar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Jamkachhar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Doniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamkachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamkachhar is 502269. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.83 hectares and falls under the 484886 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Jamkachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamkachhar
According to the 2011 Census, Jamkachhar village had a total population of 608 people, including 310 males and 298 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.40%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 488.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 310 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 244 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 222 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 88 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Jamkachhar
Jamkachhar 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 Jamkachhar
Jamkachhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Jamkachhar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamkachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamkachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamkachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamkachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamkachhar
Where is Jamkachhar located?
Jamkachhar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamkachhar is Doniya.
What is the pincode of Jamkachhar?
The pincode of Jamkachhar is 484886.
What is the population of Jamkachhar?
Jamkachhar had a total population of 608, including 310 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Jamkachhar?
Jamkachhar had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamkachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamkachhar was 67.40%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 48.15%.