Jamuna - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Jamuna is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Bamhanmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuna is 434214. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.89 hectares and falls under the 496227 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jamuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamuna
According to the 2011 Census, Jamuna village had a total population of 406 people, including 200 males and 206 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 75.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 406 | 200 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 166 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 154 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 46 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuna
Jamuna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tapkara | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Pamsala | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Bamhanmara | North | 2.43 km |
| Baluwahar | South | 2.52 km |
| Kandaibahar | West | 3.19 km |
| Semartal | East | 3.80 km |
| Daijbahar | North | 3.86 km |
| Jabla | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Sajbahar | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Pagurabahar | South-West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamuna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jamuna. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kunkuri to Jamuna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Jamuna is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuna 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 Jamuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamuna
Where is Jamuna located?
Jamuna village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuna is Bamhanmara.
What is the pincode of Jamuna?
The pincode of Jamuna is 496227.
What is the population of Jamuna?
Jamuna had a total population of 406, including 200 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Jamuna?
Jamuna had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuna was 83.19%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 75.82%.