Jamua - Pratappur, Chatra
Jamua is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Barura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 348325. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamua
As per Census 2011, Jamua village has a total population of 880 people, consisting of 454 males and 426 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | 454 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 127 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 268 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 186 | 271 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jamua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chatra to Jamua is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Barura.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 825404.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua has a total population of 880, including 454 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
There are 122 households in Jamua.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua is 48.07%. Male literacy is 59.03% and female literacy is 36.38%.