Jamua

Jamua is a village located in Baghmara Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baghmara (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Jamua village is also a gram panchayat.

Jamua has its own place in the vibrant Dhanbad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Jamua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamua is 361521. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.02 hectares. Dhanbad is nearest town to Jamua village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jamua

Below is a concise population overview of Jamua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jamua village:

  • The total population of Jamua village is around 3,315, including approximately 1,784 males and 1,531 females, with a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 458 children aged 0–6 years in Jamua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jamua village has 1,685 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jamua village is about 59.13%, with male literacy at 69.39% and female literacy at 47.16%.
  • There are around 687 households in Jamua village.

Connectivity of Jamua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamua. As per the 2011 stats, Jamua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Jamua

Knowing the nearby villages of Jamua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamua.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jamua

Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is situated in Baghmara Katras Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
Jamua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamua is 3,315, with 1,784 males and 1,531 females.
How many households are there in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jamua village has a total of 687 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamua is 59.13%. The male literacy rate is 69.39%, while the female literacy rate is 47.16%.