Jamgaon
Jamgaon is a village located in Rengali tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Rengali (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Jamgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Jamgaon has its own place in the vibrant Jharsuguda 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 Jamgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamgaon is 380963. The village spans a total geographical area of 627 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768219. Belpahar is nearest town to Jamgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Jamgaon 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 Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bargarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Jamgaon
Population of Jamgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Jamgaon 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 | 1,713 | 880 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 304 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 148 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 1,245 | 700 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 180 | 288 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jamgaon village:
- The total population of Jamgaon village is around 1,713, including approximately 880 males and 833 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 204 children aged 0–6 years in Jamgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jamgaon village has 586 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 296 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jamgaon village is about 72.68%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 65.43%.
- There are around 452 households in Jamgaon village.
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 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 Rengali Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda 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 768219, 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 1,713, with 880 males and 833 females.
- How many households are there in Jamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamgaon village has a total of 452 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamgaon is 72.68%. The male literacy rate is 79.55%, while the female literacy rate is 65.43%.