Jamuna - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Jamuna is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuna is 410200. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Rambha is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Jamuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamuna
According to the 2011 Census, Jamuna village had a total population of 620 people, including 313 males and 307 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.03%, with male literacy at 95.52% and female literacy at 78.02%.
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 | 620 | 313 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 277 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 36 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuna
Jamuna 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 Jamuna
Jamuna 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rambha to Jamuna is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Jamuna is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamuna
Where is Jamuna located?
Jamuna village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamuna is Alanda.
What is the pincode of Jamuna?
The pincode of Jamuna is 752032.
What is the population of Jamuna?
Jamuna had a total population of 620, including 313 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Jamuna?
Jamuna had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuna was 87.03%. Male literacy was 95.52% and female literacy was 78.02%.