Jamuganda - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Jamuganda is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bandhamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuganda is 406939. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Jamuganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamuganda
According to the 2011 Census, Jamuganda village had a total population of 496 people, including 241 males and 255 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 491.
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 | 496 | 241 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 239 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 192 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 49 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuganda
Jamuganda 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 Jamuganda
Jamuganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Balugaon to Jamuganda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Jamuganda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuganda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamuganda
Where is Jamuganda located?
Jamuganda village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamuganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuganda is Bandhamunda.
What is the pincode of Jamuganda?
The pincode of Jamuganda is 752026.
What is the population of Jamuganda?
Jamuganda had a total population of 496, including 241 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Jamuganda?
Jamuganda had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuganda was 72.97%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 57.89%.