Jamda - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Jamda is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Jamda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamda is 504544. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.3 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jamda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamda
As per Census 2011, Jamda village has a total population of 1,958 people, consisting of 1,002 males and 956 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 1,568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,947 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 1,002 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 194 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,947 | 996 | 951 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 259 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,568 | 743 | 825 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujapura | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Panchpipaliya | South | 2.49 km |
| Gularipada | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Dhawadapada | North | 3.13 km |
| Patdi | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Chhayan | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Guwalrundi | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Kotda | West | 4.09 km |
| Ratnali | East | 4.61 km |
| Dhamni Badi | West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamda
Jamda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bajrangarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thandla to Jamda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Jamda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 5-10 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 Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua 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 457770.
What is the population of Jamda?
Jamda has a total population of 1,958, including 1,002 males and 956 females.
How many households are there in Jamda?
There are 368 households in Jamda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamda is 19.92%. Male literacy is 25.85% and female literacy is 13.70%.