Jamera - Jharsuguda
Jamera is a village situated in the Jharsuguda tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Jharsuguda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Jamera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamera is 381118. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 768216 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jamera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamera
As per Census 2011, Jamera village has a total population of 1,906 people, consisting of 947 males and 959 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,389 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 705 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 505 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,906 | 947 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 705 | 358 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 505 | 249 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 753 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 194 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Jamera
Jamera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamuapali | South | 1.81 km |
| Marakuta | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Singhabaga | South | 2.35 km |
| Budhipadar | North | 2.52 km |
| Pandripathar | East | 3.30 km |
| Beherapali | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Khait | South | 3.73 km |
| Kukurjangha | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Beherapat | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Deogaon | North | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamera
Jamera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ib, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Jamera is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamera
Where is Jamera located?
Jamera village is located in Jharsuguda Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamera?
Jamera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamera?
The pincode of Jamera is 768216.
What is the population of Jamera?
Jamera has a total population of 1,906, including 947 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Jamera?
There are 444 households in Jamera.
What is the literacy rate in Jamera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamera is 72.88%. Male literacy is 79.51% and female literacy is 66.32%.