Jamgaon - Ulunda, Sonepur
Jamgaon is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Biramaharajpur and around 15 km from Subarnapur. Jaloe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamgaon is 419342. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jamgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jamgaon village had a total population of 614 people, including 320 males and 294 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.04%, with male literacy at 83.73% and female literacy at 58.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 614 | 320 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 247 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 73 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Jamgaon
Jamgaon 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 Jamgaon
Jamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Sonapur to Jamgaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Jamgaon is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamgaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamgaon
Where is Jamgaon located?
Jamgaon village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamgaon is Jaloe.
What is the pincode of Jamgaon?
The pincode of Jamgaon is 767018.
What is the population of Jamgaon?
Jamgaon had a total population of 614, including 320 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Jamgaon?
Jamgaon had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamgaon was 72.04%. Male literacy was 83.73% and female literacy was 58.94%.