Jamankira - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Jamankira is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Boxama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamankira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamankira is 381568. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Jamankira 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 Jamankira
According to the 2011 Census, Jamankira village had a total population of 312 people, including 153 males and 159 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 81.95% and female literacy at 63.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 146.
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 | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 72 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 44 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Jamankira
Jamankira 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 Jamankira
Public transport in the Jamankira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Jamankira is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Jamankira is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamankira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamankira 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamankira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamankira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamankira
Where is Jamankira located?
Jamankira village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamankira?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamankira is Boxama.
What is the pincode of Jamankira?
The pincode of Jamankira is 768227.
What is the population of Jamankira?
Jamankira had a total population of 312, including 153 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Jamankira?
Jamankira had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamankira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamankira was 72.34%. Male literacy was 81.95% and female literacy was 63.76%.