Jama

Jama is a village located in Jarmundi subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jarmundi (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Haripur Bazar 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 369916. The village spans a total geographical area of 57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814118. Duimka 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 230 114 116
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 18 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 133 87 46
Illiterate Population 97 27 70

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

  • The total population of Jama village is around 230, including approximately 114 males and 116 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Jama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Jama village is about 57.83%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 39.66%.
  • There are around 46 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
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.

Kurwa Paranakesri Dumardiha Dumriakalan Kunjia Khapchua Latapakar Ambadangal Burwadangal Labda Mohanpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Jama

Where is Jama located?
Jama village is situated in Jarmundi Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jama?
The Gram Panchayat of Jama is Haripur Bazar (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 814118, 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 230, with 114 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Jama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jama village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jama is 57.83%. The male literacy rate is 76.32%, while the female literacy rate is 39.66%.