Jamtara
Jamtara is a village located in Saintala tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Saintala (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Siskela is the gram panchayat of Jamtara village.
Here you can discover what makes Jamtara unique in its vibrant Saintala-Balangir region. You’ll see Jamtara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jamtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamtara is 421189. The village spans a total geographical area of 482 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767032. Kantabanji is nearest town to Jamtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Jamtara
Population of Jamtara
According to the 2011 Census, Jamtara has a total population of about 744, with approximately 376 males and 368 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 310. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.20%, with male literacy at about 64.10% and female literacy near 52.17%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 376 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 154 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 241 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 135 | 176 |
Connectivity of Jamtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamtara. As per the 2011 stats, Jamtara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamtara
- Where is Jamtara located?
- Jamtara village is situated in Saintala Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamtara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jamtara is Siskela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jamtara?
- The pincode of Jamtara is 767032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamtara is 744, with 376 males and 368 females.
- How many households are there in Jamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamtara village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamtara is 58.20%. The male literacy rate is 64.10%, while the female literacy rate is 52.17%.