Jama Khedi
Jama Khedi is a village located in Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Chanderi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Jamakhedi is the gram panchayat of Jama Khedi village.
Here you can discover what makes Jama Khedi unique in its vibrant Chanderi-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Jama Khedi’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 Jama Khedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jama Khedi is 500319. The village spans a total geographical area of 364.56 hectares. Ashoknagar is nearest town to Jama Khedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jama Khedi 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 Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jama Khedi
Population of Jama Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Jama Khedi has a total population of about 1,640, with approximately 882 males and 758 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 379 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 169 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.10%, with male literacy at about 42.29% and female literacy near 28.89%. There are around 340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jama Khedi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,640 | 882 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 203 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 373 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 509 | 539 |
Connectivity of Jama Khedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jama Khedi. As per the 2011 stats, Jama Khedi 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 |
Nearby Villages of Jama Khedi
Knowing the nearby villages of Jama Khedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jama Khedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jama Khedi
- Where is Jama Khedi located?
- Jama Khedi village is situated in Chanderi Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jama Khedi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jama Khedi is Jamakhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jama Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jama Khedi is 1,640, with 882 males and 758 females.
- How many households are there in Jama Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jama Khedi village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jama Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jama Khedi is 36.10%. The male literacy rate is 42.29%, while the female literacy rate is 28.89%.