Jamgaon
Jamgaon is a village located in Balangir tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from Balangir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jamgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Jamgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamgaon unique in its vibrant Balangir region. You’ll see Jamgaon’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 Jamgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamgaon is 420060. The village spans a total geographical area of 337 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767002. Balangir is nearest town to Jamgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Jamgaon
Population of Jamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jamgaon has a total population of about 1,207, with approximately 599 males and 608 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 343 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.21%, with male literacy at about 73.29% and female literacy near 55.26%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 599 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 170 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 775 | 439 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 160 | 272 |
Connectivity of Jamgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Jamgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamgaon
- Where is Jamgaon located?
- Jamgaon village is situated in Balangir Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamgaon?
- Jamgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamgaon?
- The pincode of Jamgaon is 767002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamgaon is 1,207, with 599 males and 608 females.
- How many households are there in Jamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamgaon village has a total of 309 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamgaon is 64.21%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 55.26%.