Jamkhari

Jamkhari is a village located in Amgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Amgaon (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Jamkhari village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Jamkhari unique in its vibrant Amgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Jamkhari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Jamkhari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamkhari is 537939. The village spans a total geographical area of 446.9 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Jamkhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Jamkhari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jamkhari

According to the 2011 Census, Jamkhari has a total population of about 1,769, with approximately 888 males and 881 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 171 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 199 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 195. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.14%, with male literacy at about 84.91% and female literacy near 73.33%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamkhari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,769 888 881
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 171 94 77
Scheduled Castes (SC) 199 103 96
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 195 96 99
Literate Population 1,400 754 646
Illiterate Population 369 134 235

Connectivity of Jamkhari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamkhari. As per the 2011 stats, Jamkhari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jamkhari

Knowing the nearby villages of Jamkhari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamkhari.

Frequently Asked Questions about Jamkhari

Where is Jamkhari located?
Jamkhari village is situated in Amgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkhari?
Jamkhari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jamkhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamkhari is 1,769, with 888 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Jamkhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jamkhari village has a total of 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamkhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamkhari is 79.14%. The male literacy rate is 84.91%, while the female literacy rate is 73.33%.