Jamgaon - Ashti, Beed
Jamgaon is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Ashti and around 86 km from Bid. Jamgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgaon is 558887. The village covers a total geographical area of 1461.14 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Jamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamgaon
As per Census 2011, Jamgaon village has a total population of 2,640 people, consisting of 1,363 males and 1,277 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,782 literate and 858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,640 | 1,363 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 200 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 194 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,782 | 976 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 858 | 387 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Jamgaon
Jamgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Solewadi | North | 2.69 km |
| Devigavhan | North-West | 3.93 km |
| Walunj | West | 4.52 km |
| Tavalwadi | North-West | 4.83 km |
| Ashta | East | 4.83 km |
| Pargaon Jogeshwari | South-West | 5.99 km |
| Karanji | North-East | 6.57 km |
| Hajipur | North | 7.32 km |
| Murshadpur | North-West | 7.69 km |
| Mangrul | North-West | 7.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamgaon
Jamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Jamgaon is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Jamgaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamgaon
Where is Jamgaon located?
Jamgaon village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamgaon?
The pincode of Jamgaon is 414203.
What is the population of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon has a total population of 2,640, including 1,363 males and 1,277 females.
How many households are there in Jamgaon?
There are 517 households in Jamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgaon is 67.50%. Male literacy is 71.61% and female literacy is 63.12%.