Jarmundi - Palojori, Deoghar
Jarmundi is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Patharghatia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jarmundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jarmundi is 355472. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Devghar is the nearest town.
Jarmundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jarmundi
As per Census 2011, Jarmundi village has a total population of 1,831 people, consisting of 943 males and 888 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 976 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 547 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jarmundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,831 | 943 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 200 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 547 | 272 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 551 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 392 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Jarmundi
Jarmundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jargari | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Dubia | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Dubrajpur | East | 1.75 km |
| Telanga | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Baramsoli | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Shekhar Nawadih | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Patharghatia | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 3.02 km |
| Khutojori | East | 3.11 km |
| Talgarha | North-West | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jarmundi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Jarmundi. The nearest railway station is Chandanpahari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Jarmundi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jarmundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jarmundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jarmundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jarmundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jarmundi
Where is Jarmundi located?
Jarmundi village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jarmundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Jarmundi is Patharghatia.
What is the pincode of Jarmundi?
The pincode of Jarmundi is 814146.
What is the population of Jarmundi?
Jarmundi has a total population of 1,831, including 943 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Jarmundi?
There are 285 households in Jarmundi.
What is the literacy rate in Jarmundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jarmundi is 46.70%. Male literacy is 58.43% and female literacy is 34.23%.