Jamgarh - Chohtan, Barmer
Jamgarh is a village situated in the Chohtan tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chohtan and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Barmer. Ramjan Ki Gafan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgarh is 088749. The village covers a total geographical area of 782 hectares and falls under the 344702 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Jamgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Jamgarh village had a total population of 380 people, including 204 males and 176 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 44.03% and female literacy at 10.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 380 | 204 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 70 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 134 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Jamgarh
Jamgarh 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 Jamgarh
Public transport in the Jamgarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Barmer to Jamgarh is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamgarh
Where is Jamgarh located?
Jamgarh village is located in Chohtan Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamgarh is Ramjan Ki Gafan.
What is the pincode of Jamgarh?
The pincode of Jamgarh is 344702.
What is the population of Jamgarh?
Jamgarh had a total population of 380, including 204 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Jamgarh?
Jamgarh had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgarh was 28.57%. Male literacy was 44.03% and female literacy was 10.37%.