Jam - Seoni
Jam is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jam is 496647. The village covers a total geographical area of 954.09 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jam
As per Census 2011, Jam village has a total population of 1,603 people, consisting of 785 males and 818 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,603 | 785 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 81 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 153 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 554 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 231 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Jam
Jam 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
Jam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Seoni to Jam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jam
Where is Jam located?
Jam village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jam?
Jam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jam?
The pincode of Jam is 480888.
What is the population of Jam?
Jam has a total population of 1,603, including 785 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Jam?
There are 363 households in Jam.
What is the literacy rate in Jam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jam is 64.07%. Male literacy is 70.57% and female literacy is 57.82%.