Jamdih - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Jamdih is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Hat Gamharia and around 41 km from Chaibasa. Jamdih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamdih is 377995. The village covers a total geographical area of 572 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode.
Jamdih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamdih
According to the 2011 Census, Jamdih village had a total population of 1,508 people, including 709 males and 799 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.96%, with male literacy at 56.50% and female literacy at 38.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,271.
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 | 1,508 | 709 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 155 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,271 | 604 | 667 |
| Literate Population | 549 | 313 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 396 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Jamdih
Jamdih 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 Jamdih
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | 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 Jamdih is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Jamdih
Where is Jamdih located?
Jamdih village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamdih?
Jamdih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamdih?
The pincode of Jamdih is 833214.
What is the population of Jamdih?
Jamdih had a total population of 1,508, including 709 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Jamdih?
Jamdih had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamdih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamdih was 46.96%. Male literacy was 56.50% and female literacy was 38.37%.