Jamira - Dimow, Sivasagar
Jamira is a village situated in the Dimow subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dimow and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Rajabari serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Jamira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamira is 292446. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.07 hectares and falls under the 785671 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Jamira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamira
According to the 2011 Census, Jamira village had a total population of 710 people, including 359 males and 351 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.46%, with male literacy at 77.74% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 546.
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 | 710 | 359 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 49 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 546 | 281 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 241 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 118 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Jamira
Jamira 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 Jamira
Jamira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sibsagar to Jamira is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Jamira is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamira 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 Jamira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamira
Where is Jamira located?
Jamira village is located in Dimow Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Jamira?
The Gaon Panchayat of Jamira is Rajabari.
What is the pincode of Jamira?
The pincode of Jamira is 785671.
What is the population of Jamira?
Jamira had a total population of 710, including 359 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Jamira?
Jamira had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamira was 69.46%. Male literacy was 77.74% and female literacy was 61.49%.