Jamguda - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Jamguda is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Barabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamguda is 422665. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Jamguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamguda
As per Census 2011, Jamguda village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 133 males and 145 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 133 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 124 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 96 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 37 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Jamguda
Jamguda 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 Jamguda
Jamguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Jamguda is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamguda
Where is Jamguda located?
Jamguda village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamguda is Barabandha.
What is the pincode of Jamguda?
The pincode of Jamguda is 766100.
What is the population of Jamguda?
Jamguda has a total population of 278, including 133 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Jamguda?
There are 73 households in Jamguda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamguda is 56.83%. Male literacy is 72.18% and female literacy is 42.76%.