Jamur - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Jamur is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girligumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamur is 428412. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jamur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamur
As per Census 2011, Jamur village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 116 males and 108 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 116 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 50 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 66 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Jamur
Jamur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunur | North | 2.68 km |
| Kirambo | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Upargadala | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Chandijaniguda(chindrijodi) | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Karkar | South | 4.41 km |
| Gambhariguda | South | 4.44 km |
| Mandiaguda | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Chikamba | East | 4.85 km |
| Baghachema | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Talagadala | North-East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamur
Jamur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singaram, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Jamur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Jamur is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamur
Where is Jamur located?
Jamur village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamur?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamur is Girligumma.
What is the pincode of Jamur?
The pincode of Jamur is 764028.
What is the population of Jamur?
Jamur has a total population of 224, including 116 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Jamur?
There are 65 households in Jamur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamur is 31.25%. Male literacy is 43.10% and female literacy is 18.52%.