Jamua - Belhar, Banka
Jamua is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Jhukiliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 241515. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamua
According to the 2011 Census, Jamua village had a total population of 845 people, including 453 males and 392 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.54%, with male literacy at 78.59% and female literacy at 57.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 845 | 453 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 98 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 279 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 174 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Jamua
Jamua 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 Jamua
Public transport in the Jamua 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 Sultanganj to Jamua is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Jamua is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Jhukiliya.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 813207.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua had a total population of 845, including 453 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
Jamua had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua was 68.54%. Male literacy was 78.59% and female literacy was 57.45%.