Jamara - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Jamara is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nischintakoili and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Buhalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamara is 399752. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 754203 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Jamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamara
As per Census 2011, Jamara village has a total population of 1,047 people, consisting of 538 males and 509 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 827 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 538 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 455 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 83 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Jamara
Jamara 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 Jamara
Jamara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Cuttack to Jamara is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Jamara
Where is Jamara located?
Jamara village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamara is Buhalo.
What is the pincode of Jamara?
The pincode of Jamara is 754203.
What is the population of Jamara?
Jamara has a total population of 1,047, including 538 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Jamara?
There are 228 households in Jamara.
What is the literacy rate in Jamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamara is 78.99%. Male literacy is 84.57% and female literacy is 73.08%.