Jamalpur Village - Bihpur, Bhagalpur
Jamalpur is a village situated in the Bihpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bihpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bihpur Jamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur is 238874. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 853201 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Bihpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamalpur
As per Census 2011, Jamalpur village has a total population of 3,450 people, consisting of 1,855 males and 1,595 females. The village has 731 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,956 literate and 1,494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,450 | 1,855 | 1,595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 296 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 255 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,956 | 1,158 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,494 | 697 | 797 |
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
Jamalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jamalpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Jamalpur is about 36 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jamalpur
Where is Jamalpur located?
Jamalpur village is located in Bihpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamalpur is Bihpur Jamalpur.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur?
The pincode of Jamalpur is 853201.
What is the population of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur has a total population of 3,450, including 1,855 males and 1,595 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur?
There are 731 households in Jamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur is 56.70%. Male literacy is 62.43% and female literacy is 50.03%.