Jamuna - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Jamuna is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Dagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuna is 365644. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Jamuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamuna
According to the 2011 Census, Jamuna village had a total population of 618 people, including 310 males and 308 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.50%, with male literacy at 69.20% and female literacy at 38.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 258, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 618 | 310 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 73 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 134 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 139 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 164 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 146 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuna
Jamuna 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 Jamuna
Jamuna 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Jamuna is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuna 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 Jamuna
Where is Jamuna located?
Jamuna village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuna is Dagra.
What is the pincode of Jamuna?
The pincode of Jamuna is 822113.
What is the population of Jamuna?
Jamuna had a total population of 618, including 310 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Jamuna?
Jamuna had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuna was 53.50%. Male literacy was 69.20% and female literacy was 38.55%.