Jamho - Manika, Latehar
Jamho is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Janho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamho is 366882. The village covers a total geographical area of 1081 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Jamho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamho
As per Census 2011, Jamho village has a total population of 3,069 people, consisting of 1,576 males and 1,493 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 684 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,338 literate and 1,731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 965 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,501 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamho are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,069 | 1,576 | 1,493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 684 | 358 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 965 | 513 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,501 | 758 | 743 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 846 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,731 | 730 | 1,001 |
Nearby Villages of Jamho
Jamho 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matnog | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Patna | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Barwaia Khurd | North | 2.65 km |
| Sadhwadih | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Bandua | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Agardih Mandhania | West | 3.10 km |
| Chama | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Betla | North | 3.67 km |
| Barwaia Kalan | North | 3.70 km |
| Manika | South | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamho
Public transport in the Jamho is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Jamho is about 36 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 Jamho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamho
Where is Jamho located?
Jamho village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamho?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamho is Janho.
What is the pincode of Jamho?
The pincode of Jamho is 822126.
What is the population of Jamho?
Jamho has a total population of 3,069, including 1,576 males and 1,493 females.
How many households are there in Jamho?
There are 531 households in Jamho.
What is the literacy rate in Jamho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamho is 43.60%. Male literacy is 53.68% and female literacy is 32.95%.