Jamira - Amour, Purnia
Jamira is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Teerpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamira is 223767. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jamira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamira
According to the 2011 Census, Jamira village had a total population of 1,012 people, including 543 males and 469 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.24%, with male literacy at 71.88% and female literacy at 46.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 1,012 | 543 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 322 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 221 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Jamira
Jamira 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 Jamira
Jamira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jamira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Jamira is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamira
Where is Jamira located?
Jamira village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamira?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamira is Teerpara.
What is the pincode of Jamira?
The pincode of Jamira is 854315.
What is the population of Jamira?
Jamira had a total population of 1,012, including 543 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Jamira?
Jamira had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamira was 60.24%. Male literacy was 71.88% and female literacy was 46.42%.