Jamua - Sarath, Deoghar
Jamua is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Aluwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 354980. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 814149 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamua
According to the 2011 Census, Jamua village had a total population of 469 people, including 238 males and 231 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.71%, with male literacy at 80.93% and female literacy at 46.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 469 | 238 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 157 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 81 | 144 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jamua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Jamua is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 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 Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Aluwara.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 814149.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua had a total population of 469, including 238 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
Jamua had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua was 63.71%. Male literacy was 80.93% and female literacy was 46.03%.