Jamtara - Umreth, Chhindwara
Jamtara is a village situated in the Umreth tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umreth and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Itawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamtara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamtara is 494796. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.49 hectares and falls under the 480331 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jamtara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamtara
According to the 2011 Census, Jamtara village had a total population of 433 people, including 215 males and 218 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.48%, with male literacy at 56.45% and female literacy at 38.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 215 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 209 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 105 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 110 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Jamtara
Jamtara is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jamtara
Jamtara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongar Parasia to Jamtara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Jamtara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamtara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamtara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamtara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamtara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamtara
Where is Jamtara located?
Jamtara village is located in Umreth Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamtara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamtara is Itawa.
What is the pincode of Jamtara?
The pincode of Jamtara is 480331.
What is the population of Jamtara?
Jamtara had a total population of 433, including 215 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Jamtara?
Jamtara had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamtara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamtara was 47.48%. Male literacy was 56.45% and female literacy was 38.74%.