Jamua - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Jamua is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Jamua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 361521. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.02 hectares and falls under the 826006 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamua
As per Census 2011, Jamua village has a total population of 3,315 people, consisting of 1,784 males and 1,531 females. The village has 687 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,960 literate and 1,355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,315 | 1,784 | 1,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 245 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,685 | 876 | 809 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 1,238 | 722 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,355 | 546 | 809 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Jamua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Jamua is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
Jamua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 826006.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua has a total population of 3,315, including 1,784 males and 1,531 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
There are 687 households in Jamua.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua is 59.13%. Male literacy is 69.39% and female literacy is 47.16%.