Jamunia - Naugachhia, Bhagalpur
Jamunia is a village situated in the Naugachhia subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugachhia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Jamunia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamunia is 238958. The village covers a total geographical area of 608 hectares and falls under the 853202 pincode. Naugachhia is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jamunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamunia
According to the 2011 Census, Jamunia village had a total population of 9,378 people, including 5,023 males and 4,355 females, living in 1,721 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.98%, with male literacy at 74.10% and female literacy at 56.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 607, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 9,378 | 5,023 | 4,355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,761 | 919 | 842 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 351 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,026 | 3,041 | 1,985 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,352 | 1,982 | 2,370 |
Nearby Villages of Jamunia
Jamunia 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 Jamunia
Jamunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jamunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naugachhia to Jamunia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Jamunia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamunia
Where is Jamunia located?
Jamunia village is located in Naugachhia Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamunia?
Jamunia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamunia?
The pincode of Jamunia is 853202.
What is the population of Jamunia?
Jamunia had a total population of 9,378, including 5,023 males and 4,355 females.
How many households are there in Jamunia?
Jamunia had 1,721 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunia was 65.98%. Male literacy was 74.10% and female literacy was 56.50%.