Jam Khar - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Jam Khar is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Chiraru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jam Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jam Khar is 495780. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.87 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Jam Khar 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 Khar
As per Census 2011, Jam Khar village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 157 males and 155 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jam Khar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 157 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 109 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 48 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Jam Khar
Jam Khar 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 Jam Khar
Jam Khar 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 Lakhnadon to Jam Khar is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Jam Khar is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jam Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jam Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jam Khar
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 Khar 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 Jam Khar
Where is Jam Khar located?
Jam Khar village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jam Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jam Khar is Chiraru.
What is the pincode of Jam Khar?
The pincode of Jam Khar is 480888.
What is the population of Jam Khar?
Jam Khar has a total population of 312, including 157 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Jam Khar?
There are 71 households in Jam Khar.
What is the literacy rate in Jam Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jam Khar is 58.33%. Male literacy is 69.43% and female literacy is 47.10%.