Jam
Jam is a village located in Sausar tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sausar (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Jam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jam unique in its vibrant Sausar-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Jam’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 Jam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jam is 495267. The village spans a total geographical area of 683.79 hectares. Sausar is nearest town to Jam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Jam
Population of Jam
According to the 2011 Census, Jam has a total population of about 1,390, with approximately 723 males and 667 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 288 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 96. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.43%, with male literacy at about 74.83% and female literacy near 65.67%. There are around 334 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 723 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 143 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 541 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 182 | 229 |
Connectivity of Jam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jam. As per the 2011 stats, Jam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jam
Knowing the nearby villages of Jam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jam
- Where is Jam located?
- Jam village is situated in Sausar Tehsil, within the Chhindwara 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 1,390, with 723 males and 667 females.
- How many households are there in Jam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jam village has a total of 334 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jam is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 74.83%, while the female literacy rate is 65.67%.