Jamb
Jamb is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Jamb village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamb unique in its vibrant Karanja-Washim 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 530954. The village spans a total geographical area of 382.24 hectares. Karanja is nearest town to Jamb village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Jamb
Population of Jamb
According to the 2011 Census, Jamb has a total population of about 1,404, with approximately 725 males and 679 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 275 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.08%, with male literacy at about 78.34% and female literacy near 63.33%. There are around 296 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 | 1,404 | 725 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 96 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 156 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 998 | 568 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 157 | 249 |
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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim 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 1,404, with 725 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Jamb as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamb village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamb as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamb is 71.08%. The male literacy rate is 78.34%, while the female literacy rate is 63.33%.