Namsol - Boram, East Singhbum
Namsol is a village situated in the Boram subdivision of East Singhbum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Boram and around 42 km from Jamshedpur. Gourdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namsol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namsol is 363325. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 832112 pincode. Jamshedpur is the nearest town.
Namsol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Namsol
According to the 2011 Census, Namsol village had a total population of 620 people, including 316 males and 304 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.93%, with male literacy at 80.71% and female literacy at 38.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
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 | 620 | 316 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 62 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 191 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 205 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 111 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Namsol
Namsol 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 Namsol
Namsol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamshedpur to Namsol is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namsol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namsol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Namsol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namsol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Namsol
Where is Namsol located?
Namsol village is located in Boram Subdivision, East Singhbum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namsol?
The Gram Panchayat of Namsol is Gourdih.
What is the pincode of Namsol?
The pincode of Namsol is 832112.
What is the population of Namsol?
Namsol had a total population of 620, including 316 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Namsol?
Namsol had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namsol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namsol was 58.93%. Male literacy was 80.71% and female literacy was 38.20%.