Jamua - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Jamua is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Nota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jamua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamua is 340435. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.13 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Jamua 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
As per Census 2011, Jamua village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 132 males and 133 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 39 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Jamua
Jamua 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
Jamua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 is about 47 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamua 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
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jamua
Where is Jamua located?
Jamua village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Nota.
What is the pincode of Jamua?
The pincode of Jamua is 721506.
What is the population of Jamua?
Jamua has a total population of 265, including 132 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Jamua?
There are 57 households in Jamua.
What is the literacy rate in Jamua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamua is 65.66%. Male literacy is 70.45% and female literacy is 60.90%.