Jamua - Mahagama, Godda
Jamua is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Simarakitta Ghat Bandaridih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 356719. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Jamua
Jamua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chuna Chak | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Jhigur Kita | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Ranbahiar | North | 0.85 km |
| Asanbani | East | 1.13 km |
| Ginratari | South | 1.34 km |
| Medni Chak | West | 1.37 km |
| Larai Chak | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Khutehri | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Bariartola | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Goradih | South-East | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamua
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jamua. The nearest railway station is Punsia, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Simarakitta Ghat Bandaridih.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 814155.