Jamapur - Pindra, Varanasi
Jamapur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Jamapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamapur is 208651. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.06 hectares and falls under the 221206 pincode.
Jamapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ajagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamapur
As per Census 2011, Jamapur village has a total population of 943 people, consisting of 452 males and 491 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 943 | 452 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 286 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 166 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Jamapur
Jamapur 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 Jamapur
Jamapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Varanasi to Jamapur is about 26 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 Jamapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jamapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamapur
Where is Jamapur located?
Jamapur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamapur?
Jamapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamapur?
The pincode of Jamapur is 221206.
What is the population of Jamapur?
Jamapur has a total population of 943, including 452 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Jamapur?
There are 148 households in Jamapur.
What is the literacy rate in Jamapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamapur is 55.14%. Male literacy is 63.27% and female literacy is 47.66%.