Jam - Sarangapur, Nirmal
Jam is a village situated in the Sarangapur mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from Sarangapur and around 75 km from Adilabad. Hanuman Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jam is 570080. The village covers a total geographical area of 2715 hectares and falls under the 504110 pincode. Nirmal is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Jam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jam
As per Census 2011, Jam village has a total population of 6,426 people, consisting of 2,683 males and 3,743 females. The village has 1,284 households and a sex ratio of 1,395 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,370 literate and 3,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,426 | 2,683 | 3,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 284 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,266 | 292 | 974 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,130 | 549 | 581 |
| Literate Population | 3,370 | 1,548 | 1,822 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,056 | 1,135 | 1,921 |
Nearby Villages of Jam
Jam 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 Jam
Jam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nirmal to Jam is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Jam 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 Jam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jam
Where is Jam located?
Jam village is located in Sarangapur Mandal, Nirmal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jam?
The Gram Panchayat of Jam is Hanuman Thanda.
What is the pincode of Jam?
The pincode of Jam is 504110.
What is the population of Jam?
Jam has a total population of 6,426, including 2,683 males and 3,743 females.
How many households are there in Jam?
There are 1,284 households in Jam.
What is the literacy rate in Jam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jam is 52.44%. Male literacy is 57.70% and female literacy is 48.68%.