Jamda - Dahi, Dhar
Jamda is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Jamda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamda is 475581. The village covers a total geographical area of 720.15 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jamda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamda
As per Census 2011, Jamda village has a total population of 1,751 people, consisting of 922 males and 829 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 624 literate and 1,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,645 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,751 | 922 | 829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 170 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,645 | 858 | 787 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 382 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 540 | 587 |
Nearby Villages of Jamda
Jamda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thengcha | West | 1.83 km |
| Sidari | North | 2.72 km |
| Kashta | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Piplud | West | 3.51 km |
| Dasana | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Pendharwani | North | 4.72 km |
| Devdha | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Chhachhkuwa | West | 4.79 km |
| Ummedpura | North | 5.05 km |
| Chichwaniya | West | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamda
Jamda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dahi to Jamda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Jamda is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamda 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 Jamda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamda 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamda
Where is Jamda located?
Jamda village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamda?
Jamda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamda?
The pincode of Jamda is 454331.
What is the population of Jamda?
Jamda has a total population of 1,751, including 922 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Jamda?
There are 378 households in Jamda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamda is 35.64%. Male literacy is 41.43% and female literacy is 29.19%.