Jamai is a city and a municipality in Chhindwara district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. Jamai is located at 2212N 7835E / 22.2N 78.58E / 22.2; 78.58. It has an average elevation of 748metres (2454feet). As of 2001 India census, Jamai had a population of 22,426. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Jamai has an average literacy rate of 76%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 82%, and female literacy is 69%. In Jamai, 11% of the population is under 6 years of age. Some of the main Educational institutions are * Arvind Vidyalaya Co-Ed. English Medium School The first step to famous Chhota Mahadev pilgrimage is supposed to be located in Jamai (the place where the step is located is known as Junnardeo a part of Jamai). Pilgrims cross seven hills (famously called Saat Pahadiyan) to reach Chhota Mahadev. Its also famous for a religious fair held every year for 15 Days on "Maha Shivaratri".
