Jamuni - Shohratgarh, Siddharthnagar
Jamuni is a village situated in the Shohratgarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shohratgarh and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Jamuni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamuni is 176172. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.71 hectares and falls under the 272204 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Jamuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shohratgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamuni
As per Census 2011, Jamuni village has a total population of 1,784 people, consisting of 883 males and 901 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 844 literate and 940 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamuni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 883 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 209 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 239 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 550 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 940 | 333 | 607 |
Nearby Villages of Jamuni
Jamuni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rehara | East | 1.09 km |
| Parsiya | North | 1.16 km |
| Paraspinda | South | 1.23 km |
| Santora | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Mahdeva Gangaram | East | 1.54 km |
| Agaya | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Chauhatta | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Kesaar | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Santori | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Gauhaniya | East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamuni
Jamuni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shohratgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Jamuni is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Jamuni is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamuni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jamuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamuni 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jamuni
Where is Jamuni located?
Jamuni village is located in Shohratgarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamuni?
Jamuni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamuni?
The pincode of Jamuni is 272204.
What is the population of Jamuni?
Jamuni has a total population of 1,784, including 883 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Jamuni?
There are 298 households in Jamuni.
What is the literacy rate in Jamuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamuni is 47.31%. Male literacy is 62.29% and female literacy is 32.63%.