Jammunda - Tusura, Balangir
Jammunda is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Tushura and around 45 km from Balangir. Deulgudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jammunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jammunda is 420477. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jammunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jammunda
As per Census 2011, Jammunda village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 223 males and 236 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jammunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 223 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 124 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 99 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Jammunda
Jammunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetengpadar | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Kurebhana | North | 1.30 km |
| Sirabahal | West | 1.34 km |
| Abujbahal | South | 1.93 km |
| Paurkela | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Bhatrapali | East | 2.36 km |
| Salandiamunda | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Jambhel | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Sirjapali | North | 2.90 km |
| Risida Kandhapara | West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jammunda
Jammunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Jammunda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Jammunda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jammunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jammunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jammunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jammunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jammunda
Where is Jammunda located?
Jammunda village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jammunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jammunda is Deulgudi.
What is the pincode of Jammunda?
The pincode of Jammunda is 767030.
What is the population of Jammunda?
Jammunda has a total population of 459, including 223 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Jammunda?
There are 124 households in Jammunda.
What is the literacy rate in Jammunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jammunda is 49.67%. Male literacy is 55.61% and female literacy is 44.07%.