Jamalpur - Kiratpur, Darbhanga
Jamalpur is a village situated in the Kiratpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiratpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Jamalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur is 227788. The village covers a total geographical area of 784 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Jamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamalpur
As per Census 2011, Jamalpur village has a total population of 12,792 people, consisting of 6,624 males and 6,168 females. The village has 2,471 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,956 literate and 7,836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,792 | 6,624 | 6,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,711 | 1,368 | 1,343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,111 | 577 | 534 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,956 | 3,131 | 1,825 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,836 | 3,493 | 4,343 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Jamalpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Jamalpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamalpur
Where is Jamalpur located?
Jamalpur village is located in Kiratpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur?
The pincode of Jamalpur is 847203.
What is the population of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur has a total population of 12,792, including 6,624 males and 6,168 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur?
There are 2,471 households in Jamalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur is 38.74%. Male literacy is 47.27% and female literacy is 29.59%.