Jamua - Chakia, Chandauli
Jamua is a village situated in the Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakia and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Jamua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 207885. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.47 hectares and falls under the 232111 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jamua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamua
According to the 2011 Census, Jamua village had a total population of 674 people, including 350 males and 324 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.21%, with male literacy at 64.34% and female literacy at 41.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 674 | 350 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 184 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 166 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Jamua
Jamua 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 Jamua
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Jamua.
| 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 Chandauli to Jamua is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Jamua is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamua 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 Jamua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamua 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Chakia Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamua?
Jamua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 232111.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua had a total population of 674, including 350 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
Jamua had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua was 53.21%. Male literacy was 64.34% and female literacy was 41.61%.