Jamua
Jamua is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Jamua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Angua is the gram panchayat of Jamua village.
Here you can discover what makes Jamua unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Jamua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jamua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jamua is 343796. The village spans a total geographical area of 42.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721426. Kharagpur is nearest town to Jamua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Jamua
Population of Jamua
According to the 2011 Census, Jamua has a total population of about 347, with approximately 167 males and 180 females. The sex ratio is around 1077 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.37%, with male literacy at about 81.44% and female literacy near 71.67%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jamua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 167 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 31 | 51 |
Connectivity of Jamua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jamua. As per the 2011 stats, Jamua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jamua
Knowing the nearby villages of Jamua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jamua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jamua
- Where is Jamua located?
- Jamua village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jamua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jamua is Angua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jamua?
- The pincode of Jamua is 721426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jamua is 347, with 167 males and 180 females.
- How many households are there in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jamua village has a total of 73 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jamua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jamua is 76.37%. The male literacy rate is 81.44%, while the female literacy rate is 71.67%.