Jhamar - Pati, Barwani
Jhamar is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Gandhawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhamar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhamar is 478118. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.76 hectares and falls under the 451551 pincode. Barwani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Jhamar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhamar
As per Census 2011, Jhamar village has a total population of 960 people, consisting of 486 males and 474 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 755 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 929 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jhamar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 | 486 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 138 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 929 | 468 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 92 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 755 | 394 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Jhamar
Jhamar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panchgaon | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Chikalkuwa Badi | South | 2.24 km |
| Gandhaval | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Derwalya | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Kiradi | South | 3.00 km |
| Charpatiya | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Berada | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Dogargaon | East | 3.94 km |
| Sindhi | East | 4.09 km |
| Chakalya | North | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jhamar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jhamar. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwani to Jhamar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhamar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhamar 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 Jhamar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhamar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jhamar
Where is Jhamar located?
Jhamar village is located in Pati Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhamar is Gandhawal.
What is the pincode of Jhamar?
The pincode of Jhamar is 451551.
What is the population of Jhamar?
Jhamar has a total population of 960, including 486 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Jhamar?
There are 159 households in Jhamar.
What is the literacy rate in Jhamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhamar is 21.35%. Male literacy is 18.93% and female literacy is 23.84%.