Jamunadanga - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Jamunadanga is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 77.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamunadanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamunadanga is 310420. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.23 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Jamunadanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamunadanga
According to the 2011 Census, Jamunadanga village had a total population of 326 people, including 175 males and 151 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 81.05% and female literacy at 41.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 326 | 175 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 124 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 51 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Jamunadanga
Jamunadanga 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 Jamunadanga
Jamunadanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Jamunadanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliaganj to Jamunadanga is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Jamunadanga is about 77.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamunadanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamunadanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jamunadanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamunadanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jamunadanga
Where is Jamunadanga located?
Jamunadanga village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jamunadanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamunadanga is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Jamunadanga?
The pincode of Jamunadanga is 733132.
What is the population of Jamunadanga?
Jamunadanga had a total population of 326, including 175 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Jamunadanga?
Jamunadanga had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamunadanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamunadanga was 62.24%. Male literacy was 81.05% and female literacy was 41.84%.