Jamala
Jamala is a village located in Padmapur tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Padmapur (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Jamala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Jamala unique in its vibrant Padmapur-Bargarh region. You’ll see Jamala’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 Jamala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamala is 379984. The village spans a total geographical area of 1092 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768036. Padmapur is nearest town to Jamala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Jamala
Population of Jamala
According to the 2011 Census, Jamala has a total population of about 3,030, with approximately 1,533 males and 1,497 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 331 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 481 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 357. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.56%, with male literacy at about 70.45% and female literacy near 56.51%. There are around 768 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,030 | 1,533 | 1,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 179 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 244 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 186 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,926 | 1,080 | 846 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 453 | 651 |
Connectivity of Jamala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamala. As per the 2011 stats, Jamala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamala
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamala
- Where is Jamala located?
- Jamala village is situated in Padmapur Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamala?
- Jamala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Jamala?
- The pincode of Jamala is 768036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamala is 3,030, with 1,533 males and 1,497 females.
- How many households are there in Jamala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamala village has a total of 768 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamala is 63.56%. The male literacy rate is 70.45%, while the female literacy rate is 56.51%.