Jumma - Joshimath, Chamoli
Jumma is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Jelam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jumma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jumma is 040898. The village covers a total geographical area of 1863.7 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Jumma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jumma
As per Census 2011, Jumma village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 63 males and 15 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 238 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jumma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 63 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 42 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Jumma
Jumma 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 Jumma
Jumma is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Joshimath to Jumma is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Jumma is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jumma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jumma 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 Jumma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jumma 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 Jumma
Where is Jumma located?
Jumma village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jumma?
The Gram Panchayat of Jumma is Jelam.
What is the pincode of Jumma?
The pincode of Jumma is 246443.
What is the population of Jumma?
Jumma has a total population of 78, including 63 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Jumma?
There are 62 households in Jumma.
What is the literacy rate in Jumma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jumma is 57.69%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 20.00%.