Jamchuan - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Jamchuan is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Kulihamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamchuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamchuan is 381268. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 768213 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jamchuan 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 Jamchuan
As per Census 2011, Jamchuan village has a total population of 77 people, consisting of 40 males and 37 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamchuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 22 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Jamchuan
Jamchuan 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 Jamchuan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jamchuan.
| 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 Jharsuguda to Jamchuan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Jamchuan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamchuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamchuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamchuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamchuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamchuan
Where is Jamchuan located?
Jamchuan village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamchuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamchuan is Kulihamal.
What is the pincode of Jamchuan?
The pincode of Jamchuan is 768213.
What is the population of Jamchuan?
Jamchuan has a total population of 77, including 40 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Jamchuan?
There are 21 households in Jamchuan.
What is the literacy rate in Jamchuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamchuan is 40.26%. Male literacy is 45.00% and female literacy is 35.14%.