Jamalpur - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Jamalpur is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Medninagar. Bisunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamalpur is 365575. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Jamalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Jamalpur village had a total population of 347 people, including 181 males and 166 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.73%, with male literacy at 70.32% and female literacy at 55.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 347 | 181 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 26 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 109 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 72 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Jamalpur
Jamalpur 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 Jamalpur
Public transport in the Jamalpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medninagar to Jamalpur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamalpur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jamalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamalpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamalpur
Where is Jamalpur located?
Jamalpur village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamalpur is Bisunpur.
What is the pincode of Jamalpur?
The pincode of Jamalpur is 822113.
What is the population of Jamalpur?
Jamalpur had a total population of 347, including 181 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Jamalpur?
Jamalpur had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamalpur was 63.73%. Male literacy was 70.32% and female literacy was 55.81%.