Jamanpura - Ekma, Saran
Jamanpura is a village situated in the Ekma subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ekma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Baliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamanpura is 233264. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 841208 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Jamanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamanpura
As per Census 2011, Jamanpura village has a total population of 2,172 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,082 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,409 literate and 763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamanpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,172 | 1,090 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 144 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 804 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 763 | 286 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Jamanpura
Jamanpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliya | South | 1.18 km |
| Tesuar | North | 1.23 km |
| Telia Dih | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Bawan Dih | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Dewpura | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Benaut | East | 1.80 km |
| Soraunu | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Dohar | North | 2.01 km |
| Lauwari | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Ithari | North-East | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamanpura
Jamanpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chainwa, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siwan to Jamanpura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Jamanpura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamanpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamanpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamanpura
Where is Jamanpura located?
Jamanpura village is located in Ekma Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamanpura is Baliya.
What is the pincode of Jamanpura?
The pincode of Jamanpura is 841208.
What is the population of Jamanpura?
Jamanpura has a total population of 2,172, including 1,090 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Jamanpura?
There are 341 households in Jamanpura.
What is the literacy rate in Jamanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamanpura is 64.87%. Male literacy is 73.76% and female literacy is 55.91%.