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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Jalmai village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 91 males and 76 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jalmai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 91 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 167, including 91 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Jalmai?
There are 31 households in Jalmai.
What is the literacy rate in Jalmai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jalmai is 50.30%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 42.11%.