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
As per Census 2011, Jamunti village has a total population of 1,233 people, consisting of 597 males and 636 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 601 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamunti are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,233, including 597 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Jamunti?
There are 262 households in Jamunti.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunti is 48.74%. Male literacy is 58.29% and female literacy is 39.78%.