Jamelguda - Boipariguda, Koraput
Jamelguda is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ramagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamelguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamelguda is 429242. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jamelguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamelguda
According to the 2011 Census, Jamelguda village had a total population of 110 people, including 52 males and 58 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.23%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 14.89%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 52 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 28 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 24 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Jamelguda
Jamelguda 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 Jamelguda
Jamelguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Jamelguda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Jamelguda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jamelguda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamelguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamelguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamelguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamelguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Jamelguda
Where is Jamelguda located?
Jamelguda village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamelguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamelguda is Ramagiri.
What is the pincode of Jamelguda?
The pincode of Jamelguda is 764043.
What is the population of Jamelguda?
Jamelguda had a total population of 110, including 52 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Jamelguda?
Jamelguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamelguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamelguda was 40.23%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 14.89%.