Jamara
Jamara is a village located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kurujanga is the gram panchayat of Jamara village.
Here you can discover what makes Jamara unique in its vibrant Konark-Puri region. You’ll see Jamara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jamara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamara is 409348. The village spans a total geographical area of 371 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752111. Konark is nearest town to Jamara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Jamara
Population of Jamara
According to the 2011 Census, Jamara has a total population of about 465, with approximately 242 males and 223 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.94%, with male literacy at about 87.19% and female literacy near 76.23%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 242 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 381 | 211 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 31 | 53 |
Connectivity of Jamara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamara. As per the 2011 stats, Jamara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamara
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamara
- Where is Jamara located?
- Jamara village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jamara is Kurujanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jamara?
- The pincode of Jamara is 752111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamara is 465, with 242 males and 223 females.
- How many households are there in Jamara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamara village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamara is 81.94%. The male literacy rate is 87.19%, while the female literacy rate is 76.23%.