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
According to the 2011 Census, Jamua Akna village had a total population of 595 people, including 288 males and 307 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 64.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315.
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 | 595 | 288 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 151 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 595, including 288 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Jamua Akna?
Jamua Akna had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua Akna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua Akna was 74.66%. Male literacy was 85.32% and female literacy was 64.53%.