Jam - Ghansaur, Seoni
Jam is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Bhaliwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jam is 496299. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.14 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jam
As per Census 2011, Jam village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 212 males and 245 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 448 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 212 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 31 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 208 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 137 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 75 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Jam
Jam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahadi | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Nichli | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Bhaliwada | West | 1.99 km |
| Bhurkal Khapa | East | 2.37 km |
| Dhanpura | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Bandra | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Manak Sarra | East | 3.76 km |
| Ghont Khedi | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Dunda | North | 3.83 km |
| Nidhani | South | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jam
Jam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghonsor, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Jam is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Jam is about 105 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 Jam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jam 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 Jam
Where is Jam located?
Jam village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jam?
The Gram Panchayat of Jam is Bhaliwada.
What is the pincode of Jam?
The pincode of Jam is 480997.
What is the population of Jam?
Jam has a total population of 457, including 212 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Jam?
There are 106 households in Jam.
What is the literacy rate in Jam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jam is 54.70%. Male literacy is 64.62% and female literacy is 46.12%.