Jamkhed - Ambad, Jalna
Jamkhed is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Jamkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamkhed is 547774. The village covers a total geographical area of 3580 hectares and falls under the 431121 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jamkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamkhed
As per Census 2011, Jamkhed village has a total population of 7,635 people, consisting of 3,858 males and 3,777 females. The village has 1,555 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,439 literate and 3,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,635 | 3,858 | 3,777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,153 | 601 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 227 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 4,439 | 2,536 | 1,903 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,196 | 1,322 | 1,874 |
Nearby Villages of Jamkhed
Jamkhed 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 Jamkhed
Jamkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ambad to Jamkhed is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Jamkhed is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamkhed
Where is Jamkhed located?
Jamkhed village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkhed?
Jamkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamkhed?
The pincode of Jamkhed is 431121.
What is the population of Jamkhed?
Jamkhed has a total population of 7,635, including 3,858 males and 3,777 females.
How many households are there in Jamkhed?
There are 1,555 households in Jamkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Jamkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamkhed is 58.14%. Male literacy is 65.73% and female literacy is 50.38%.