Jorma - Nagaruntari, Garhwa
Jorma is a village situated in the Nagaruntari subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagaruntari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Haliwanta Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jorma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jorma is 347454. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.81 hectares and falls under the 822121 pincode.
Jorma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jorma
As per Census 2011, Jorma village has a total population of 652 people, consisting of 331 males and 321 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jorma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | 331 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 146 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 195 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 136 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Jorma
Jorma 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 Jorma
Public transport in the Jorma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jorma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Jorma 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 Jorma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jorma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jorma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jorma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jorma
Where is Jorma located?
Jorma village is located in Nagaruntari Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jorma?
The Gram Panchayat of Jorma is Haliwanta Kalan.
What is the pincode of Jorma?
The pincode of Jorma is 822121.
What is the population of Jorma?
Jorma has a total population of 652, including 331 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Jorma?
There are 89 households in Jorma.
What is the literacy rate in Jorma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jorma is 50.15%. Male literacy is 58.91% and female literacy is 41.12%.