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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamua
According to the 2011 Census, Jamua village had a total population of 177 people, including 84 males and 93 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.91%, with male literacy at 32.26% and female literacy at 25.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 177, including 84 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
Jamua had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua was 28.91%. Male literacy was 32.26% and female literacy was 25.76%.