Jamoni - Lundra, Surguja
Jamoni is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Babauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamoni is 433324. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.92 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Jamoni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamoni
As per Census 2011, Jamoni village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 255 males and 255 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 388 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 255 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 196 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 127 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 128 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Jamoni
Jamoni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhelai Kalan | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Dundu | South | 2.57 km |
| Asandih | East | 2.88 km |
| Saraidih | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Bilhama | North | 3.21 km |
| Babouli | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Jori | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Dhaurpur | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Masga | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Chhermunda | South-East | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamoni
Public transport in the Jamoni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ambikapur to Jamoni is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamoni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamoni 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamoni
Where is Jamoni located?
Jamoni village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamoni is Babauli.
What is the pincode of Jamoni?
The pincode of Jamoni is 497101.
What is the population of Jamoni?
Jamoni has a total population of 510, including 255 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Jamoni?
There are 107 households in Jamoni.
What is the literacy rate in Jamoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamoni is 38.63%. Male literacy is 49.80% and female literacy is 27.45%.