Jamka - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Jamka is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Sarsanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamka is 164218. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jamka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamka
According to the 2011 Census, Jamka village had a total population of 515 people, including 308 males and 207 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 672 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.01%, with male literacy at 68.83% and female literacy at 29.76%.
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 | 515 | 308 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 170 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 138 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Jamka
Jamka is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Puranpur | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Khujhi | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Fazilpur | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Raikolwa | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Kanchnapur | West | 2.68 km |
| Sarsanda | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Parasrampur | South | 3.30 km |
| Majhara Tawkali | East | 3.34 km |
| Udhiya | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Akhari | West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jamka. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Jamka is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Jamka is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamka
Where is Jamka located?
Jamka village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamka?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamka is Sarsanda.
What is the pincode of Jamka?
The pincode of Jamka is 225304.
What is the population of Jamka?
Jamka had a total population of 515, including 308 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Jamka?
Jamka had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamka was 53.01%. Male literacy was 68.83% and female literacy was 29.76%.