Jamro - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Jamro is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Bandgaon and around 33 km from Chaibasa. Otar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamro is 377248. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakhardharpur is the nearest town.
Jamro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamro
As per Census 2011, Jamro village has a total population of 995 people, consisting of 475 males and 520 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 475 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 77 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 88 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 72 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 305 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 170 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Jamro
Jamro is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilopada | East | 2.06 km |
| Ghagra | West | 2.14 km |
| Raibera | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Parsabahal | North | 2.59 km |
| Rajbijaypur | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Barukundi | South | 2.70 km |
| Sikidiki | East | 3.22 km |
| Kushnopur | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Nandpur | North | 3.34 km |
| Otar | South-East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamro
Jamro is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lotapahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Jamro is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamro village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamro
Where is Jamro located?
Jamro village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamro?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamro is Otar.
What is the pincode of Jamro?
The pincode of Jamro is 833201.
What is the population of Jamro?
Jamro has a total population of 995, including 475 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Jamro?
There are 217 households in Jamro.
What is the literacy rate in Jamro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamro is 49.65%. Male literacy is 64.21% and female literacy is 36.35%.