Jamumal - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Jamumal is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamumal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamumal is 381876. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Jamumal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamumal
According to the 2011 Census, Jamumal village had a total population of 314 people, including 146 males and 168 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.97%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 72.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 314 | 146 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 34 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Jamumal
Jamumal 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 Jamumal
Jamumal 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Jamumal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Jamumal is about 66 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 Jamumal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamumal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamumal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamumal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamumal
Where is Jamumal located?
Jamumal village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamumal?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamumal is Badmal.
What is the pincode of Jamumal?
The pincode of Jamumal is 768107.
What is the population of Jamumal?
Jamumal had a total population of 314, including 146 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Jamumal?
Jamumal had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamumal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamumal was 77.97%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 72.55%.