Jamalabad - Musahri, Muzaffarpur
Jamalabad is a village situated in the Musahri subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musahri and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Jamala Bad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamalabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalabad is 229408. The village covers a total geographical area of 607 hectares and falls under the 842004 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jamalabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bochaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Muzaffarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamalabad
As per Census 2011, Jamalabad village has a total population of 8,634 people, consisting of 4,596 males and 4,038 females. The village has 1,772 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,855 literate and 4,779 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,862 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamalabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,634 | 4,596 | 4,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,760 | 970 | 790 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,862 | 1,536 | 1,326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,855 | 2,293 | 1,562 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,779 | 2,303 | 2,476 |
Nearby Villages of Jamalabad
Jamalabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolhua Bhikhanpura | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Kadrabad | South | 1.85 km |
| Mustafapur | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Changal Neora | North | 1.91 km |
| Jhapaha | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Lakhan Chhapra | North | 2.84 km |
| Gosainpur | West | 3.10 km |
| Khanezadpur | North | 3.12 km |
| Mithan Sarai | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Salempur Dhab | West | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamalabad
Jamalabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jubbasahani, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Jamalabad is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamalabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamalabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamalabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamalabad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamalabad
Where is Jamalabad located?
Jamalabad village is located in Musahri Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamalabad is Jamala Bad.
What is the pincode of Jamalabad?
The pincode of Jamalabad is 842004.
What is the population of Jamalabad?
Jamalabad has a total population of 8,634, including 4,596 males and 4,038 females.
How many households are there in Jamalabad?
There are 1,772 households in Jamalabad.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalabad is 44.65%. Male literacy is 49.89% and female literacy is 38.68%.