Jamuawan - Jehanabad
Jamuawan is a village situated in the Jehanabad subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jehanabad and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Mandil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuawan is 260170. The village covers a total geographical area of 282 hectares and falls under the 804417 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Jamuawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahanabad Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jamuawan
As per Census 2011, Jamuawan village has a total population of 2,576 people, consisting of 1,356 males and 1,220 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,298 literate and 1,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 817 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamuawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,576 | 1,356 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 255 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 817 | 433 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,298 | 793 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 563 | 715 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuawan
Jamuawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bajidpur | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Paras Bigha | East | 1.22 km |
| Pandui | North | 1.68 km |
| Dohia | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Mandil | South | 1.88 km |
| Lilam | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Mohanpur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Sarthua | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Ganwan | West | 2.71 km |
| Pakri | South-West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamuawan
Jamuawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mai Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Jamuawan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamuawan
Where is Jamuawan located?
Jamuawan village is located in Jehanabad Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuawan is Mandil.
What is the pincode of Jamuawan?
The pincode of Jamuawan is 804417.
What is the population of Jamuawan?
Jamuawan has a total population of 2,576, including 1,356 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Jamuawan?
There are 405 households in Jamuawan.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuawan is 50.39%. Male literacy is 58.48% and female literacy is 41.39%.