Jam
Jam is a village located in Barghat tehsil of Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Barghat (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Seoni. As per 2009 stats, Jam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jam unique in its vibrant Barghat-Seoni region. You’ll see Jam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jam is 497047. The village spans a total geographical area of 364.64 hectares. Barghat is nearest town to Jam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Jam
Population of Jam
According to the 2011 Census, Jam has a total population of about 1,440, with approximately 729 males and 711 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 101 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 255. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.64%, with male literacy at about 81.07% and female literacy near 63.99%. There are around 336 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,440 | 729 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 129 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 591 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 138 | 256 |
Connectivity of Jam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jam. As per the 2011 stats, Jam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jam
Knowing the nearby villages of Jam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jam
- Where is Jam located?
- Jam village is situated in Barghat Tehsil, within the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jam?
- Jam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jam is 1,440, with 729 males and 711 females.
- How many households are there in Jam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jam village has a total of 336 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jam is 72.64%. The male literacy rate is 81.07%, while the female literacy rate is 63.99%.