Jamdara - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Jamdara is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Jamdara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamdara is 200112. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.02 hectares and falls under the 223103 pincode.
Jamdara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamdara
As per Census 2011, Jamdara village has a total population of 2,566 people, consisting of 1,301 males and 1,265 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,547 literate and 1,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamdara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,566 | 1,301 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 191 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 224 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 936 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,019 | 365 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Jamdara
Jamdara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Poorabhairam | West | 0.74 km |
| Qutubpur | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Bharari | South-East | 0.91 km |
| Gajariya | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Rohsa | North | 1.13 km |
| Poora Haribansh | East | 1.18 km |
| Madankol | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Faizullahpur | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Pura Bhual | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Chetrahan | West | 1.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamdara
Public transport in the Jamdara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bilwai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Jaunpur to Jamdara is about 48 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 Jamdara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamdara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jamdara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamdara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamdara
Where is Jamdara located?
Jamdara village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamdara?
Jamdara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamdara?
The pincode of Jamdara is 223103.
What is the population of Jamdara?
Jamdara has a total population of 2,566, including 1,301 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Jamdara?
There are 366 households in Jamdara.
What is the literacy rate in Jamdara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamdara is 60.29%. Male literacy is 71.94% and female literacy is 48.30%.