Jamara - Gop, Puri
Jamara is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Payara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamara is 409379. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jamara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamara
According to the 2011 Census, Jamara village had a total population of 464 people, including 241 males and 223 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.10%, with male literacy at 94.47% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 464 | 241 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 205 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 36 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Jamara
Jamara 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 Jamara
Jamara 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Jamara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jamara is about 38 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 Jamara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jamara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamara
Where is Jamara located?
Jamara village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamara?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamara is Payara.
What is the pincode of Jamara?
The pincode of Jamara is 752110.
What is the population of Jamara?
Jamara had a total population of 464, including 241 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Jamara?
Jamara had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamara was 84.10%. Male literacy was 94.47% and female literacy was 72.73%.