Jamge - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Jamge is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 147 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Jamaje serves as the Village Panchayat for Jamge village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamge is 564860. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 415716 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jamge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamge
According to the 2011 Census, Jamge village had a total population of 1,552 people, including 735 males and 817 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 77.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 171.
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 | 1,552 | 735 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,150 | 592 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 143 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Jamge
Jamge 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 Jamge
Jamge 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Jamge is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Jamge is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamge village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamge 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 Jamge
Where is Jamge located?
Jamge village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jamge?
The Village Panchayat of Jamge is Jamaje.
What is the pincode of Jamge?
The pincode of Jamge is 415716.
What is the population of Jamge?
Jamge had a total population of 1,552, including 735 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Jamge?
Jamge had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamge was 84.43%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 77.39%.