Jamkunda
Jamkunda is a village located in Baliapal tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Baliapal (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Nizampur is the gram panchayat of Jamkunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Jamkunda unique in its vibrant Baliapal-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Jamkunda’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 Jamkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamkunda is 392023. The village spans a total geographical area of 526 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756026. Baleshwar is nearest town to Jamkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
Google Map of Jamkunda
Population of Jamkunda
According to the 2011 Census, Jamkunda has a total population of about 8,452, with approximately 4,364 males and 4,088 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,090 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,336 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.54%, with male literacy at about 80.09% and female literacy near 68.62%. There are around 1,741 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamkunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,452 | 4,364 | 4,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,090 | 566 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,336 | 1,192 | 1,144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 6,300 | 3,495 | 2,805 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,152 | 869 | 1,283 |
Connectivity of Jamkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Jamkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamkunda
- Where is Jamkunda located?
- Jamkunda village is situated in Baliapal Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jamkunda is Nizampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jamkunda?
- The pincode of Jamkunda is 756026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamkunda is 8,452, with 4,364 males and 4,088 females.
- How many households are there in Jamkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamkunda village has a total of 1,741 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamkunda is 74.54%. The male literacy rate is 80.09%, while the female literacy rate is 68.62%.