Jam
About Jam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jam village is 497285. Jam village is located in Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Katangi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Jam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 840.21 hectares. Jam has a total population of 2,922 peoples, out of which male population is 1,435 while female population is 1,487. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1036 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jam village is 71.25% out of which 76.72% males and 65.97% females are literate. There are about 630 houses in jam village.
Katangi is nearest town to jam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Jam
The population details of Jam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,922 | 1,435 | 1,487 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 384 | 199 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 280 | 127 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 439 | 210 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 2,082 | 1,101 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 334 | 506 |
Connectivity of Jam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jam
Frequently Asked Questions about Jam
Where is Jam located?
Jam village is situated in Katangi Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jam?
Jam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jam is 2,922, with 1,435 males and 1,487 females.
How many households are there in Jam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jam village has a total of 630 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jam is 71.25%. The male literacy rate is 76.72%, while the female literacy rate is 65.97%.