Lamtara - Jabera, Damoh
Lamtara is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Gubrakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lamtara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lamtara is 462688. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.92 hectares and falls under the 470881 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lamtara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lamtara
According to the 2011 Census, Lamtara village had a total population of 576 people, including 282 males and 294 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.86%, with male literacy at 87.01% and female literacy at 61.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 396.
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 | 576 | 282 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 79 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 193 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 201 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 81 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Lamtara
Lamtara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusmi Mangarh | East | 1.12 km |
| Dhaneta | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Gubra Kalan | South | 1.79 km |
| Hardua Memar | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Sahsana | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Kumharwara | East | 2.59 km |
| Ram Salaiya | North | 2.98 km |
| Kuwa Mangarh | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Mangawan (manguwan) | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Singrampur | West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lamtara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Lamtara. The nearest railway station is Gosalpur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 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 Jabera to Lamtara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Lamtara is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lamtara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lamtara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lamtara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lamtara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lamtara
Where is Lamtara located?
Lamtara village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamtara?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamtara is Gubrakala.
What is the pincode of Lamtara?
The pincode of Lamtara is 470881.
What is the population of Lamtara?
Lamtara had a total population of 576, including 282 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Lamtara?
Lamtara had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamtara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lamtara was 73.86%. Male literacy was 87.01% and female literacy was 61.75%.