Jambha - Vikramgad, Palghar
Jambha is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Vikramgad and around 89 km from Thane. Jambha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambha is 551794. The village covers a total geographical area of 1340 hectares and falls under the 401605 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Jambha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambha
As per Census 2011, Jambha village has a total population of 2,050 people, consisting of 1,030 males and 1,020 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 861 literate and 1,189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,042 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,050 | 1,030 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 234 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,042 | 1,024 | 1,018 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 491 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,189 | 539 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Jambha
Jambha 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 Jambha
Jambha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jawhar to Jambha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Jambha is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jambha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jambha
Where is Jambha located?
Jambha village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambha?
Jambha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jambha?
The pincode of Jambha is 401605.
What is the population of Jambha?
Jambha has a total population of 2,050, including 1,030 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Jambha?
There are 378 households in Jambha.
What is the literacy rate in Jambha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambha is 42.00%. Male literacy is 47.67% and female literacy is 36.27%.