Jamuaon Village - Piro, Bhojpur
Jamuaon is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Jamuaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuaon is 247304. The village covers a total geographical area of 452 hectares and falls under the 802159 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jamuaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamuaon
As per Census 2011, Jamuaon village has a total population of 5,006 people, consisting of 2,614 males and 2,392 females. The village has 808 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 832 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,817 literate and 2,189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamuaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,006 | 2,614 | 2,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 832 | 434 | 398 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,503 | 771 | 732 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,817 | 1,737 | 1,080 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,189 | 877 | 1,312 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuaon
Jamuaon 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 Jamuaon
Jamuaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jamuaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Jamuaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Jamuaon is about 45 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 Jamuaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamuaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamuaon
Where is Jamuaon located?
Jamuaon village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuaon?
Jamuaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamuaon?
The pincode of Jamuaon is 802159.
What is the population of Jamuaon?
Jamuaon has a total population of 5,006, including 2,614 males and 2,392 females.
How many households are there in Jamuaon?
There are 808 households in Jamuaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuaon is 56.27%. Male literacy is 66.45% and female literacy is 45.15%.