Jamana - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Jamana is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Jamana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamana is 525062. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.91 hectares and falls under the 425415 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jamana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamana
As per Census 2011, Jamana village has a total population of 1,521 people, consisting of 777 males and 744 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 890 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,502 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,521 | 777 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,502 | 762 | 740 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 510 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 267 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Jamana
Jamana 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 Jamana
Jamana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Jamana is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Jamana is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamana 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamana
Where is Jamana located?
Jamana village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamana?
Jamana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamana?
The pincode of Jamana is 425415.
What is the population of Jamana?
Jamana has a total population of 1,521, including 777 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Jamana?
There are 285 households in Jamana.
What is the literacy rate in Jamana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamana is 58.51%. Male literacy is 65.64% and female literacy is 51.08%.