Jamua

Jamua is a village located in Gawan subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gawan (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Jamdar is the gram panchayat of Jamua village.

Here you can discover what makes Jamua unique in its vibrant Gawan-Giridih region. You’ll see Jamua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Jamua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamua is 350217. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815313. Giridih is nearest town to Jamua village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Jamua village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Jamua

According to the 2011 Census, Jamua has a total population of about 458, with approximately 206 males and 252 females. The sex ratio is around 1223 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 256. The overall literacy rate is approximately 22.49%, with male literacy at about 29.13% and female literacy near 17.06%. There are around 65 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 458 206 252
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 56 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 256 112 144
Literate Population 103 60 43
Illiterate Population 355 146 209

Connectivity of Jamua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamua. As per the 2011 stats, Jamua 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 Jamua

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Jamua

Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is situated in Gawan Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Jamdar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 815313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamua is 458, with 206 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jamua village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamua is 22.49%. The male literacy rate is 29.13%, while the female literacy rate is 17.06%.