Jamgaon - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Jamgaon is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Gangapur and around 42 km from Aurangabad. Jamgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgaon is 549354. The village covers a total geographical area of 2886 hectares and falls under the 431110 pincode. Gangapur is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Gangapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamgaon
As per Census 2011, Jamgaon village has a total population of 6,709 people, consisting of 3,558 males and 3,151 females. The village has 1,338 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 896 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,451 literate and 2,258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 315 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,709 | 3,558 | 3,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 896 | 474 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,207 | 630 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 4,451 | 2,700 | 1,751 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,258 | 858 | 1,400 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Washim | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Nawabpur | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Kaigaon | East | 3.76 km |
| Toka | South | 3.97 km |
| Bagadi | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Saidapur | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Godhegaon | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Siddhapur | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Ganeshwadi | East | 5.49 km |
| Mamdapur | West | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamgaon
Jamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Lasur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangapur to Jamgaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Jamgaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar 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 431110.
What is the population of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon has a total population of 6,709, including 3,558 males and 3,151 females.
How many households are there in Jamgaon?
There are 1,338 households in Jamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgaon is 66.34%. Male literacy is 75.89% and female literacy is 55.57%.