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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Jamunia village had a total population of 2,042 people, including 1,076 males and 966 females, living in 374 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.84%, with male literacy at 63.77% and female literacy at 44.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 426, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 2,042, including 1,076 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Jamunia?
Jamunia had 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunia was 54.84%. Male literacy was 63.77% and female literacy was 44.52%.