Jamda - Shahnagar, Panna
Jamda is a village situated in the Shahnagar tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahnagar and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Sarra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamda is 459431. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.02 hectares and falls under the 488448 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 69 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 585 people, consisting of 300 males and 285 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 313 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 300 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 60 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 153 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 134 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 166 | 227 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhiriya Harchand | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Dhauna | West | 4.04 km |
| Salaiya Samari | South | 5.28 km |
| Sarangpur | South-West | 5.99 km |
| Surro | West | 6.69 km |
| Ghairi | West | 7.80 km |
| Kutmi Bandora | North-West | 7.93 km |
| Sarra Kheda | South | 8.09 km |
| Shahpur Kalan | South-West | 8.50 km |
| Ghudsar | North-West | 8.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamda
Jamda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amdara Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 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 Katni to Jamda is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Jamda is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 5-10 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 Shahnagar Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamda is Sarra.
What is the pincode of Jamda?
The pincode of Jamda is 488448.
What is the population of Jamda?
Jamda has a total population of 585, including 300 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Jamda?
There are 122 households in Jamda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamda is 32.82%. Male literacy is 44.67% and female literacy is 20.35%.