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
As per Census 2011, Jamkundia village has a total population of 644 people, consisting of 339 males and 305 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 618 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamkundia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 644 | 339 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 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 has a total population of 644, including 339 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Jamkundia?
There are 131 households in Jamkundia.
What is the literacy rate in Jamkundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamkundia is 37.73%. Male literacy is 50.44% and female literacy is 23.61%.