Jamua - Behea, Bhojpur
Jamua is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Fingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 247132. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 802152 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamua
As per Census 2011, Jamua village has a total population of 2,308 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,121 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 923 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,308 | 1,187 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 185 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 180 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 853 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 334 | 589 |
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
Jamua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Jamua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Jamua is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Jamua is about 22 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 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Fingi.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 802152.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua has a total population of 2,308, including 1,187 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
There are 306 households in Jamua.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua is 60.01%. Male literacy is 71.86% and female literacy is 47.46%.