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
As per Census 2011, Jamuna village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 313 males and 307 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 130 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 313 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| 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 has a total population of 620, including 313 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Jamuna?
There are 111 households in Jamuna.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuna is 79.03%. Male literacy is 88.50% and female literacy is 69.38%.