Jamguda - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Jamguda is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badachhatrang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamguda is 424410. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Jamguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamguda
As per Census 2011, Jamguda village has a total population of 203 people, consisting of 95 males and 108 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 95 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 84 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 25 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Jamguda
Jamguda 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 Jamguda
Public transport in the Jamguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Jamguda is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamguda 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 Jamguda
Where is Jamguda located?
Jamguda village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamguda is Badachhatrang.
What is the pincode of Jamguda?
The pincode of Jamguda is 766037.
What is the population of Jamguda?
Jamguda has a total population of 203, including 95 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Jamguda?
There are 46 households in Jamguda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamguda is 63.05%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 53.70%.