Jamjharan
Jamjharan is a village located in Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Golamunda (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Dhamanpur is the gram panchayat of Jamjharan village.
Here you can discover what makes Jamjharan unique in its vibrant Golamunda-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Jamjharan’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 Jamjharan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamjharan is 423886. The village spans a total geographical area of 163 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766029. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Jamjharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
Google Map of Jamjharan
Population of Jamjharan
According to the 2011 Census, Jamjharan has a total population of about 259, with approximately 136 males and 123 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 237. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.00%, with male literacy at about 56.62% and female literacy near 19.51%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamjharan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 136 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 77 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 59 | 99 |
Connectivity of Jamjharan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamjharan. As per the 2011 stats, Jamjharan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamjharan
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamjharan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamjharan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamjharan
- Where is Jamjharan located?
- Jamjharan village is situated in Golamunda Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamjharan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jamjharan is Dhamanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jamjharan?
- The pincode of Jamjharan is 766029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamjharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamjharan is 259, with 136 males and 123 females.
- How many households are there in Jamjharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamjharan village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamjharan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamjharan is 39.00%. The male literacy rate is 56.62%, while the female literacy rate is 19.51%.