Jamna - Pandua, Hooghly
Jamna is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.1 km from Pandua and around 39.5 km from Chinsura. Jamna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamna is 324760. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.87 hectares and falls under the 712134 pincode. Memari is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Jamna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jamna
As per Census 2011, Jamna village has a total population of 1,433 people, consisting of 717 males and 716 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,148 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,433 | 717 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 184 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 602 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 115 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Jamna
Jamna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piragram | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Tola | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Gahami | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Tala | North | 1.42 km |
| Mulgram | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Bhuin Mohan | South | 1.77 km |
| Baidyapur | East | 1.79 km |
| Inchhura | West | 1.87 km |
| Bhurkunda | North | 2.20 km |
| Sargaria | South-East | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jamna
Jamna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bainchi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Memari to Jamna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Jamna is about 39.5 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 Jamna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamna 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 Jamna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamna
Where is Jamna located?
Jamna village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamna?
Jamna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jamna?
The pincode of Jamna is 712134.
What is the population of Jamna?
Jamna has a total population of 1,433, including 717 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Jamna?
There are 354 households in Jamna.
What is the literacy rate in Jamna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamna is 80.11%. Male literacy is 83.96% and female literacy is 76.26%.