Jamukani - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Jamukani is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jharpalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamukani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamukani is 383476. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Jamukani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Jamukani
As per Census 2011, Jamukani village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 321 males and 290 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 396 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamukani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 321 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 193 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 250 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 71 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Jamukani
Jamukani 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 Jamukani
Public transport in the Jamukani is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Jamukani is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Jamukani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamukani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamukani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamukani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamukani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamukani
Where is Jamukani located?
Jamukani village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamukani?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamukani is Jharpalam.
What is the pincode of Jamukani?
The pincode of Jamukani is 770024.
What is the population of Jamukani?
Jamukani has a total population of 611, including 321 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Jamukani?
There are 146 households in Jamukani.
What is the literacy rate in Jamukani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamukani is 65.47%. Male literacy is 77.88% and female literacy is 51.72%.