Jamunti - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Jamunti is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raruan and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Baidyanath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamunti is 388649. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 757039 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Jamunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamunti
According to the 2011 Census, Jamunti village had a total population of 1,233 people, including 597 males and 636 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.86%, with male literacy at 66.92% and female literacy at 47.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,133.
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 | 1,233 | 597 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 77 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,133 | 548 | 585 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 348 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 249 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Jamunti
Jamunti 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 Jamunti
Public transport in the Jamunti is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Jamunti is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Jamunti is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamunti 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamunti
Where is Jamunti located?
Jamunti village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamunti is Baidyanath.
What is the pincode of Jamunti?
The pincode of Jamunti is 757039.
What is the population of Jamunti?
Jamunti had a total population of 1,233, including 597 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Jamunti?
Jamunti had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunti was 56.86%. Male literacy was 66.92% and female literacy was 47.11%.