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
As per Census 2011, Jamuganda village has a total population of 496 people, consisting of 241 males and 255 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 491 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamuganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 496 | 241 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| 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 has a total population of 496, including 241 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Jamuganda?
There are 99 households in Jamuganda.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuganda is 65.32%. Male literacy is 79.67% and female literacy is 51.76%.