Jamura - Shahabad, Hardoi
Jamura is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Jamura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamura is 139298. The village covers a total geographical area of 945.38 hectares and falls under the 241124 pincode. Shahabad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Jamura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamura
According to the 2011 Census, Jamura village had a total population of 8,948 people, including 4,657 males and 4,291 females, living in 1,519 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.95%, with male literacy at 33.10% and female literacy at 16.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,551.
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 | 8,948 | 4,657 | 4,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,564 | 802 | 762 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,551 | 831 | 720 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,842 | 1,276 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,106 | 3,381 | 3,725 |
Nearby Villages of Jamura
Jamura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palia Kot | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Kuan Bojh | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Sarsawn | North | 2.07 km |
| Palia Deo Salempur | South | 2.51 km |
| Banjaria | East | 2.57 km |
| Darapur Chathia | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Sarai Ranak | West | 2.77 km |
| Turki Khera | North | 3.13 km |
| Firozpur | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Semrawan | South-East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamura
Jamura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Unchaulia, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahabad to Jamura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Jamura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamura 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 Jamura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamura
Where is Jamura located?
Jamura village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamura?
Jamura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamura?
The pincode of Jamura is 241124.
What is the population of Jamura?
Jamura had a total population of 8,948, including 4,657 males and 4,291 females.
How many households are there in Jamura?
Jamura had 1,519 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamura was 24.95%. Male literacy was 33.10% and female literacy was 16.04%.