Jamua
Jamua is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jamuwa (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Jamua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamua unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu 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 365117. The village spans a total geographical area of 532 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Jamua village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Jamua
Population of Jamua
According to the 2011 Census, Jamua has a total population of about 3,990, with approximately 2,047 males and 1,943 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 805 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,432 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.48%, with male literacy at about 49.83% and female literacy near 30.62%. There are around 692 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,990 | 2,047 | 1,943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 805 | 403 | 402 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,432 | 1,246 | 1,186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,615 | 1,020 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,375 | 1,027 | 1,348 |
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 5 - 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 Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
- Jamua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamua?
- The pincode of Jamua is 822116, 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 3,990, with 2,047 males and 1,943 females.
- How many households are there in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamua village has a total of 692 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamua is 40.48%. The male literacy rate is 49.83%, while the female literacy rate is 30.62%.