Jamgod - Sonkatch, Dewas
Jamgod is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Jamgod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgod is 473389. The village covers a total geographical area of 741.27 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jamgod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamgod
As per Census 2011, Jamgod village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 676 males and 672 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 801 literate and 547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamgod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 676 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 85 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 150 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 497 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 179 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Jamgod
Jamgod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhayan Khurd | East | 1.99 km |
| Garhkhajuriya | North | 2.49 km |
| Chhayanmena | South | 2.60 km |
| Dhablakhalsa | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Kachnariya Eklehra | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Talod | West | 4.16 km |
| Kajlas | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Taldi | South | 4.57 km |
| Rajapur | North | 4.90 km |
| Bamuliya Raimal | East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamgod
Jamgod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Berchha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonkatch to Jamgod is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Jamgod 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 Jamgod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamgod 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamgod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamgod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamgod
Where is Jamgod located?
Jamgod village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamgod?
Jamgod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamgod?
The pincode of Jamgod is 455223.
What is the population of Jamgod?
Jamgod has a total population of 1,348, including 676 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Jamgod?
There are 267 households in Jamgod.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgod is 59.42%. Male literacy is 73.52% and female literacy is 45.24%.