Jonua - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Jonua is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Bandgaon and around 35 km from Chaibasa. Otar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jonua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jonua is 377251. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.94 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakhardharpur is the nearest town.
Jonua 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 Jonua
According to the 2011 Census, Jonua village had a total population of 1,544 people, including 778 males and 766 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.61%, with male literacy at 59.75% and female literacy at 27.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,249.
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 | 1,544 | 778 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 147 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,249 | 635 | 614 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 377 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 401 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Jonua
Jonua 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 Jonua
Public transport in the Jonua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jonua.
| 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 Jonua is about 35 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 Jonua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jonua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jonua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jonua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jonua
Where is Jonua located?
Jonua village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jonua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jonua is Otar.
What is the pincode of Jonua?
The pincode of Jonua is 833201.
What is the population of Jonua?
Jonua had a total population of 1,544, including 778 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Jonua?
Jonua had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jonua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jonua was 43.61%. Male literacy was 59.75% and female literacy was 27.21%.