Jamghar
Jamghar is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Jamghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Jamghar has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jamghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamghar is 552082. The village spans a total geographical area of 364 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Jamghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jamghar 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamghar
Population of Jamghar
Below is a concise population overview of Jamghar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,136 | 585 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 305 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 369 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 216 | 278 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jamghar village:
- The total population of Jamghar village is around 1,136, including approximately 585 males and 551 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 167 children aged 0–6 years in Jamghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jamghar village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 591 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jamghar village is about 56.51%, with male literacy at 63.08% and female literacy at 49.55%.
- There are around 251 households in Jamghar village.
Connectivity of Jamghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamghar. As per the 2011 stats, Jamghar 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamghar
- Where is Jamghar located?
- Jamghar village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamghar?
- Jamghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jamghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamghar is 1,136, with 585 males and 551 females.
- How many households are there in Jamghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamghar village has a total of 251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamghar is 56.51%. The male literacy rate is 63.08%, while the female literacy rate is 49.55%.