Jamua - Pirtanr, Giridih
Jamua is a village situated in the Pirtanr subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirtanr and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Chirki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 352772. The village covers a total geographical area of 109 hectares and falls under the 825108 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamua
As per Census 2011, Jamua village has a total population of 177 people, consisting of 84 males and 93 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 64 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Jamua
Jamua 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 Jamua
Jamua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Jamua is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamua 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 Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Pirtanr Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Chirki.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 825108.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua has a total population of 177, including 84 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
There are 35 households in Jamua.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua is 20.90%. Male literacy is 23.81% and female literacy is 18.28%.