Atma Jhia - Nayagram, Jhargram
Atma Jhia is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Jamirapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atma Jhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atma Jhia is 341054. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.18 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Atma Jhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atma Jhia
According to the 2011 Census, Atma Jhia village had a total population of 705 people, including 359 males and 346 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.39%, with male literacy at 77.02% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318.
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 | 705 | 359 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 50 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 161 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 238 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 121 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Atma Jhia
Atma Jhia 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 Atma Jhia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Atma Jhia.
| 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 Atma Jhia is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atma Jhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atma Jhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Atma Jhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atma Jhia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atma Jhia
Where is Atma Jhia located?
Atma Jhia village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atma Jhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Atma Jhia is Jamirapal.
What is the pincode of Atma Jhia?
The pincode of Atma Jhia is 721135.
What is the population of Atma Jhia?
Atma Jhia had a total population of 705, including 359 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Atma Jhia?
Atma Jhia had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Atma Jhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atma Jhia was 69.39%. Male literacy was 77.02% and female literacy was 61.90%.