Jamkundia - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Jamkundia is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 96 km from Chakradharpur Porahat and around 107 km from Chaibasa. Chhotanagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamkundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamkundia is 377773. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town.
Jamkundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamkundia
According to the 2011 Census, Jamkundia village had a total population of 644 people, including 339 males and 305 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.31%, with male literacy at 66.80% and female literacy at 31.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 618.
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 | 644 | 339 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 618 | 329 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 171 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 168 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Jamkundia
Jamkundia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lemra | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Dubil | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Mamar | North | 3.28 km |
| Rajabera | South | 3.49 km |
| Ghatkui | East | 3.96 km |
| Salai | North | 4.58 km |
| Chota Nagra | South-West | 5.59 km |
| Chiria | North-West | 5.82 km |
| Baihatu | South | 5.98 km |
| Churgi | West | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamkundia
Jamkundia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gua, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Jamkundia is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamkundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamkundia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamkundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamkundia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamkundia
Where is Jamkundia located?
Jamkundia village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamkundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamkundia is Chhotanagra.
What is the pincode of Jamkundia?
The pincode of Jamkundia is 833104.
What is the population of Jamkundia?
Jamkundia had a total population of 644, including 339 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Jamkundia?
Jamkundia had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamkundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamkundia was 50.31%. Male literacy was 66.80% and female literacy was 31.72%.