Jamui - Nagaruntari, Garhwa
Jamui is a village situated in the Nagaruntari subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagaruntari and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Bilaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamui is 347448. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.13 hectares and falls under the 822121 pincode. Jamui is the nearest town.
Jamui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamui
According to the 2011 Census, Jamui village had a total population of 1,353 people, including 701 males and 652 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.70%, with male literacy at 69.98% and female literacy at 42.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 679.
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 | 1,353 | 701 | 652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 348 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 401 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 300 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Jamui
Jamui 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 Jamui
Jamui is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jamui has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Jamui is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamui
Where is Jamui located?
Jamui village is located in Nagaruntari Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamui?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamui is Bilaspur.
What is the pincode of Jamui?
The pincode of Jamui is 822121.
What is the population of Jamui?
Jamui had a total population of 1,353, including 701 males and 652 females.
How many households are there in Jamui?
Jamui had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamui was 56.70%. Male literacy was 69.98% and female literacy was 42.18%.