Jamua - Sonbarsa, Sitamarhi
Jamua is a village situated in the Sonbarsa subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonbarsa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Madhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 219105. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.66 hectares and falls under the 843330 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitamarhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamua
As per Census 2011, Jamua village has a total population of 2,735 people, consisting of 1,435 males and 1,300 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 583 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,216 literate and 1,519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,735 | 1,435 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 306 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 809 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,519 | 626 | 893 |
Nearby Villages of Jamua
Jamua 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 Jamua
Jamua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Jamua 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 Jamua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamua 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Sonbarsa Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Madhiya.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 843330.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua has a total population of 2,735, including 1,435 males and 1,300 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
There are 493 households in Jamua.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua is 44.46%. Male literacy is 56.38% and female literacy is 31.31%.