Jamalpur - Sonai, Cachar
Jamalpur is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 382 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Shyamacharanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur is 299656. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.52 hectares and falls under the 788120 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Jamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamalpur
As per Census 2011, Jamalpur village has a total population of 2,543 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,245 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,645 literate and 898 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,543 | 1,298 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 256 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 215 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 1,645 | 872 | 773 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 426 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Jamalpur
Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur
Public transport in the Jamalpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silchar to Jamalpur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamalpur
Where is Jamalpur located?
Jamalpur village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamalpur is Shyamacharanpur.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur?
The pincode of Jamalpur is 788120.
What is the population of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur has a total population of 2,543, including 1,298 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur?
There are 576 households in Jamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur is 64.69%. Male literacy is 67.18% and female literacy is 62.09%.