Jamnaya - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Jamnaya is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kogawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamnaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamnaya is 477009. The village covers a total geographical area of 658.14 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Jamnaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamnaya
According to the 2011 Census, Jamnaya village had a total population of 724 people, including 366 males and 358 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.53%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 41.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 399, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 724 | 366 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 197 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 244 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 122 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Jamnaya
Jamnaya 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 Jamnaya
Jamnaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Maheshwar to Jamnaya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Jamnaya is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamnaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamnaya 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamnaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamnaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamnaya
Where is Jamnaya located?
Jamnaya village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamnaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamnaya is Kogawa.
What is the pincode of Jamnaya?
The pincode of Jamnaya is 451220.
What is the population of Jamnaya?
Jamnaya had a total population of 724, including 366 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Jamnaya?
Jamnaya had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamnaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamnaya was 58.53%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 41.01%.