Jamuguda - Malkangiri
Jamuguda is a village situated in the Malkangiri tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malkangiri and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Bhandaripangam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuguda is 430256. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 764045 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Jamuguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamuguda
According to the 2011 Census, Jamuguda village had a total population of 82 people, including 37 males and 45 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,216 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.11%, with male literacy at 7.14% and female literacy at 18.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 35 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuguda
Jamuguda 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 Jamuguda
Jamuguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Jamuguda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Jamuguda is about 32 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 Jamuguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamuguda
Where is Jamuguda located?
Jamuguda village is located in Malkangiri Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuguda is Bhandaripangam.
What is the pincode of Jamuguda?
The pincode of Jamuguda is 764045.
What is the population of Jamuguda?
Jamuguda had a total population of 82, including 37 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Jamuguda?
Jamuguda had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuguda was 13.11%. Male literacy was 7.14% and female literacy was 18.18%.