Jamb
Jamb is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Jamb village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamb unique in its vibrant Wai-Satara region. You’ll see Jamb’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 Jamb
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamb is 563159. The village spans a total geographical area of 507 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Jamb village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jamb 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamb
Population of Jamb
According to the 2011 Census, Jamb has a total population of about 2,693, with approximately 1,325 males and 1,368 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 306 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 207 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.86%, with male literacy at about 80.98% and female literacy near 70.91%. There are around 590 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamb's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,325 | 1,368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 157 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 94 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,043 | 1,073 | 970 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 252 | 398 |
Connectivity of Jamb
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamb. As per the 2011 stats, Jamb 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamb
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamb helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamb.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamb
- Where is Jamb located?
- Jamb village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamb?
- Jamb serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamb is 2,693, with 1,325 males and 1,368 females.
- How many households are there in Jamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamb village has a total of 590 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamb as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamb is 75.86%. The male literacy rate is 80.98%, while the female literacy rate is 70.91%.