Jamuha - Lahar, Bhind
Jamuha is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Jamuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuha is 453596. The village covers a total geographical area of 774.82 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jamuha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamuha
As per Census 2011, Jamuha village has a total population of 4,219 people, consisting of 2,277 males and 1,942 females. The village has 788 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 666 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,430 literate and 1,789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamuha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,219 | 2,277 | 1,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 366 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,477 | 782 | 695 |
| Literate Population | 2,430 | 1,542 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,789 | 735 | 1,054 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuha
Jamuha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Herpura | West | 2.04 km |
| Bhatpura | North | 2.05 km |
| Haluawapura | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Shahpura No.1 | East | 2.37 km |
| Kilampura | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Jaitpura (aswar) | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Vespura | North | 3.19 km |
| Semra | West | 3.35 km |
| Adlispura | East | 3.43 km |
| Chiroli | South-East | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamuha
Jamuha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lahar to Jamuha is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Jamuha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamuha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamuha
Where is Jamuha located?
Jamuha village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuha?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuha is Jamuhan.
What is the pincode of Jamuha?
The pincode of Jamuha is 477445.
What is the population of Jamuha?
Jamuha has a total population of 4,219, including 2,277 males and 1,942 females.
How many households are there in Jamuha?
There are 788 households in Jamuha.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuha is 57.60%. Male literacy is 67.72% and female literacy is 45.73%.