Jama

Jama is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from district headquarter Jama. Jama is the sub-district headquarter of Jama village. As per 2009 stats, Mohulbana is the gram panchayat of Jama village.

Jama has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Jama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jama is 371726. The village spans a total geographical area of 161 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Dumka is nearest town to Jama village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Jama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 843 413 430
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 143 69 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 30 15 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 193 88 105
Literate Population 469 277 192
Illiterate Population 374 136 238

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

  • The total population of Jama village is around 843, including approximately 413 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 1041 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 143 children aged 0–6 years in Jama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jama village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 193 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jama village is about 55.63%, with male literacy at 67.07% and female literacy at 44.65%.
  • There are around 178 households in Jama village.

Connectivity of Jama

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Jama

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jama

Where is Jama located?
Jama village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jama?
The Gram Panchayat of Jama is Mohulbana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jama?
The pincode of Jama is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jama is 843, with 413 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Jama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jama village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jama is 55.63%. The male literacy rate is 67.07%, while the female literacy rate is 44.65%.