Jamada - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Jamada is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Jamada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamada is 490776. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.81 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Jamada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamada
As per Census 2011, Jamada village has a total population of 1,526 people, consisting of 792 males and 734 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,526 | 792 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 135 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 177 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 565 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 227 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Jamada
Jamada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhoot Kheda | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Kanhargaon | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Gadarwara | North | 2.96 km |
| Patlon | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Jhajhan Kheda | West | 3.45 km |
| Megarmuha | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Kathotiya | South | 3.86 km |
| Pithehara | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Bodri | North | 4.75 km |
| Dighori | South-East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamada
Jamada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Jamada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Jamada 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 Jamada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamada 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 Jamada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamada
Where is Jamada located?
Jamada village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamada?
Jamada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamada?
The pincode of Jamada is 487771.
What is the population of Jamada?
Jamada has a total population of 1,526, including 792 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Jamada?
There are 304 households in Jamada.
What is the literacy rate in Jamada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamada is 61.47%. Male literacy is 71.34% and female literacy is 50.82%.