Jamua Akna - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Jamua Akna is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Nota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua Akna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua Akna is 340434. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.64 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Jamua Akna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jamua Akna
As per Census 2011, Jamua Akna village has a total population of 595 people, consisting of 288 males and 307 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 315 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamua Akna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 595 | 288 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 151 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 215 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 73 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Jamua Akna
Jamua Akna 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 Jamua Akna
Jamua Akna 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Jamua Akna is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamua Akna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamua Akna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jamua Akna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamua Akna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamua Akna
Where is Jamua Akna located?
Jamua Akna village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua Akna?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua Akna is Nota.
What is the pincode of Jamua Akna?
The pincode of Jamua Akna is 721517.
What is the population of Jamua Akna?
Jamua Akna has a total population of 595, including 288 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Jamua Akna?
There are 131 households in Jamua Akna.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua Akna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua Akna is 64.87%. Male literacy is 74.65% and female literacy is 55.70%.