Jamdi (Forest) - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Jamdi (Forest) is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Kannad and around 72.5 km from Aurangabad. Jamdighat serves as the Village Panchayat for Jamdi (Forest) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamdi (Forest) is 548351. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 431103 pincode. Kannad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jamdi (Forest) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamdi (Forest)
According to the 2011 Census, Jamdi (Forest) village had a total population of 728 people, including 381 males and 347 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.21%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 56.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 381 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 265 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 116 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Jamdi (Forest)
Jamdi (Forest) 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 Jamdi (Forest)
Public transport in the Jamdi (Forest) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kannad to Jamdi (Forest) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Jamdi (Forest) is about 72.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamdi (Forest)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamdi (Forest) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamdi (Forest)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamdi (Forest) 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 Jamdi (Forest)
Where is Jamdi (Forest) located?
Jamdi (Forest) village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jamdi (Forest)?
The Village Panchayat of Jamdi (Forest) is Jamdighat.
What is the pincode of Jamdi (Forest)?
The pincode of Jamdi (Forest) is 431103.
What is the population of Jamdi (Forest)?
Jamdi (Forest) had a total population of 728, including 381 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Jamdi (Forest)?
Jamdi (Forest) had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamdi (Forest)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamdi (Forest) was 70.21%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 56.36%.