Jamunia - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Jamunia is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhumnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamunia is 216659. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.3 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Jamunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamunia
As per Census 2011, Jamunia village has a total population of 2,042 people, consisting of 1,076 males and 966 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 430 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 884 literate and 1,158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,042 | 1,076 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 212 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 205 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 551 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 525 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Jamunia
Jamunia 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 Jamunia
Jamunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jamunia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Narkatiyaganj to Jamunia is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Jamunia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamunia
Where is Jamunia located?
Jamunia village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamunia is Dhumnagar.
What is the pincode of Jamunia?
The pincode of Jamunia is 845455.
What is the population of Jamunia?
Jamunia has a total population of 2,042, including 1,076 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Jamunia?
There are 374 households in Jamunia.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunia is 43.29%. Male literacy is 51.21% and female literacy is 34.47%.