Jamchuan - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Jamchuan is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lanjigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamchuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamchuan is 423018. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Jamchuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamchuan
According to the 2011 Census, Jamchuan village had a total population of 86 people, including 38 males and 48 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,263 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.67%, with male literacy at 58.06% and female literacy at 3.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 7 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 18 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 20 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Jamchuan
Jamchuan 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 Jamchuan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jamchuan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Jamchuan is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jamchuan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamchuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamchuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamchuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamchuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamchuan
Where is Jamchuan located?
Jamchuan village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamchuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamchuan is Lanjigarh.
What is the pincode of Jamchuan?
The pincode of Jamchuan is 766027.
What is the population of Jamchuan?
Jamchuan had a total population of 86, including 38 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Jamchuan?
Jamchuan had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamchuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamchuan was 31.67%. Male literacy was 58.06% and female literacy was 3.45%.