Jalmai - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Jalmai is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Bandgaon and around 101 km from Chaibasa. Jalasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalmai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalmai is 377052. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Jalmai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jalmai
According to the 2011 Census, Jalmai village had a total population of 167 people, including 91 males and 76 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 75.36% and female literacy at 50.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 52 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Jalmai
Jalmai 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 Jalmai
Jalmai 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 >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 Chaibasa to Jalmai is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalmai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalmai 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 Jalmai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalmai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jalmai
Where is Jalmai located?
Jalmai village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jalmai?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalmai is Jalasar.
What is the pincode of Jalmai?
The pincode of Jalmai is 833201.
What is the population of Jalmai?
Jalmai had a total population of 167, including 91 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Jalmai?
Jalmai had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jalmai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalmai was 63.64%. Male literacy was 75.36% and female literacy was 50.79%.