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
As per Census 2011, Jamgarh village has a total population of 380 people, consisting of 204 males and 176 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 380 | 204 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| 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 has a total population of 380, including 204 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Jamgarh?
There are 65 households in Jamgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgarh is 22.11%. Male literacy is 34.31% and female literacy is 7.95%.